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Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Adjusting Spring & Rack Bearing
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CAUTION: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Coat the rack bearing, the adjuster spring, and the adjuster plug with lithium-based grease.
  2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. With the rack centered, turn the adjuster plug clockwise until a torque of 12 N.m (9 Ib ft) is obtained, then back it off by 50-70 degrees.

    Tighten:  Tighten the adjuster plug to 12 N.m (9 Ib ft).