Installation Procedure

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IMPORTANT: Make sure the O-ring is seated in the O-ring groove.

Install the O-ring seal (1) to the steering gear.
Install the steering gear motor (2) to the vehicle.

Fig 1: Install O-Ring Seal And Steering Gear Motor
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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Fig 2: Install The Bolts Retaining The Steering Gear Motor To The Steering Gear

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Install the bolts (1) retaining the steering gear motor (2) to the steering gear.
Tighten: Tighten the 6 mm (0.24 in) steering gear motor retaining bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Tighten: Tighten the 4 mm (0.16 in) steering gear motor retaining bolts to 4 N.m (35 lb in).

IMPORTANT: Route the wiring harness in the same location as the wiring was removed.

Fig 3: Connect The Electrical Connectors To The Control Module

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Connect the electrical connectors to the control module (2).

Fig 4: Connecting Electrical Connector To The Rear Position Sensor

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Connect the electrical connector (1) to the rear position sensor.
Connect the wire harness retaining clips.

Fig 5: View Of Spare Tire

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Install the spare tire to the vehicle.
Lower the vehicle.