Bushing, Steering Gear: Installation: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 RAM Pickup and 2012 RAM Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Coat all bushings with a thin rubber lubricate oil prior to installation.
NOTE:
A rubber mallet can be used to assist in the installation of the bushings once lubricated.
- Coat the rear bushings with a thin rubber lubricate oil then install the rear bushings using a rubber mallet to seat the bushings in the gear.
- Coat the front bushings with a thin rubber lubricate oil then install the front bushings using a rubber mallet to seat the bushings in the gear.
- Install the steering gear. Refer to GEAR, INDEPENDENT FRONT SUSPENSION, INSTALLATION or GEAR, LINK AND COIL, INSTALLATION .
- Adjust the toe position (if necessary). Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .