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Assembly Procedure

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  1. Screw the pitman shaft (4) to the side cover (8) until it fully seats to the side cover (8).
    Fig 1: Pitman Shaft Assembly (700 Gear)
    GM322009Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the adjuster lock nut (1). Do not tighten the adjuster lock nut (1) until the pitman shaft adjustment is completed.
  3. Install the pitman shaft assembly (4) and the side cover (8) to the steering gear housing (7).
  4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the bolts (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts (2) to 60 N.m (45 lb ft).

  6. Fig 2: Installing The Lock Washer And Nut (700 Gear)
    GM322090Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the lock washer (2).
  8. Install the nut (3).
  9. If necessary, adjust the pitman shaft. Refer to Pitman Shaft Over-Center Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle  to adjust the pitman shaft.