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Assembly Procedure

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Important:  Install a new O-ring seal each time the thrust support assembly is removed from the steering gear.

  1. Lubricate the new O-ring seal (3).
  2. Install the new O-ring seal (3) on the thrust support assembly (2).
  3. Install the thrust support assembly (2).
  4. Connect the adjuster nut assembly (2) to the steering gear housing (1) using J 42882  .
  5. Install the coupling shield retainer and the lock nut (1) to the adjuster nut assembly.
  6. Refer to Worm Thrust Bearing Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle (700 Gear)  to adjust thrust bearing preload.
  7. Hold the adjuster nut assembly in position to maintain alignment of the marks.
  8. Tighten the coupling shield retainer and the lock nut using J 43435  and a torque wrench. Tighten the retainer and the lock nut to 109 N.m (80 ft lbs).
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