Installation Procedure
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Electric Belt Drive Rack and Pinion Steering Gear (3) - Install
- Steering Gear Bolt (2) - Install NEW [2x]
- Steering Gear Nut (1) - Install [2x]
Tighten
- First Pass: 58 N.m (43 lb ft)
- Final Pass: (90 - 105 degrees)
Engine Wiring Harness (1) @ Electric Belt Drive Rack and Pinion Steering Gear - Install
- Secure the engine wiring harness to the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear using a tie strap.
- Intermediate Steering Shaft @ Electric Belt Drive Rack and Pinion Steering Gear - Install - Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (RWD)
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod (1) @ Steering Knuckle - Install [2x] - Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement (without Blackwing) , or Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement (with Blackwing)
- Front Compartment Air Deflector (1) - Install - Front Compartment Air Deflector Replacement (RWD) , or Front Compartment Air Deflector Replacement (Blackwing)
- Program the power steering control module. Control Module References
- Measure and adjust the front toe. Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment
- Perform the following so the vehicle software relearns the steering center position:
- Raise the front wheels off the ground.
- Start the vehicle.
- Rotate steering wheel to the left lock position and hold tightly for 4 seconds.
- Rotate steering wheel to the right lock position and hold tightly for 4 seconds.
- Repeat steps 11.3 and 11.4.
- Lower the vehicle.
CAUTION:
This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .