Section 301 (Steering System): Gear: Installation: Rear-Wheel-Drive
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Dodge Charger and 2010 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If necessary, install outer tie rods from original gear to replacement inner tie rods. Install each outer tie rod same amount of threads as it was installed on original gear. This will get toe setting close, saving some time when toe is set later in this procedure.
- Lift steering gear (2) into mounted position and install steering gear mounting bolts (1). Tighten bolts to 95 N.m (70 ft. lbs.).
NOTE: Always use a NEW O-ring on the ends of the steering hoses.
- Lubricate NEW O-ring on end of return hose with clean power steering fluid.
- Install return hose (3) to steering gear (1). Tighten tube nut to 47 N.m (35 ft. lbs.).
- Lubricate NEW O-ring on end of pressure hose with clean power steering fluid.
- Install pressure hose (2) to steering gear (1). Tighten tube nut to 47 N.m (35 ft. lbs.).
CAUTION: Prior to coupling installation, make sure gear is centered in its travel to match clockspring centering in steering column.
- Align coupling (2) with input shaft (3) and install steering coupling. Install NEW pinch bolt. Tighten bolt to 54 N.m (40 ft. lbs.).
- Install each outer tie rod end (5) to its knuckle (2). Install nuts (1) and tighten to 85 N.m (63 ft. lbs.).
- Install tire and wheel assemblies (1). Tighten wheel mounting nuts (3) to 150 N.m (110 ft. lbs.) (Police - 190 N.m (140 ft. lbs.)). Refer to Tires and Wheels - Installation
- Lower vehicle.
- Connect battery negative cable (2) to battery post. It is important that this is performed properly. Refer to Electrical/Battery System - Standard Procedure
- Fill and bleed power steering system. See Steering - Standard Procedure
- Perform wheel alignment setting toe to specifications. Refer to Front Suspension/Wheel Alignment - Standard Procedure
- Tighten both tie rod jam nuts (3) to 75 N.m (55 ft. lbs.).