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Steering Gear - Right-Hand-Drive

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Fig 1: Steering Gear & Bolts
GC0082327Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  1. Install the steering gear on the crossmember.
  2. Install the two bolts (1) securing the steering gear (2) to the crossmember. Tighten the gear mounting bolts to 100 N.m (74 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 2: Rack & Coupling Pinch Bolt
    GC0084371Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  3. Install the dash seals (3, 5) as necessary.
    Fig 3: Front Crossmember Mounting
    GC0120782Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  4. Center the power steering gear rack in its travel as necessary.
    NOTE:

    When installing the front suspension crossmember (1) back in the vehicle, it is very important that the crossmember be attached to the body in exactly the same spot as when it was removed. Otherwise, the vehicle's wheel alignment settings (caster and camber) will be lost making wheel alignment more difficult.

    NOTE:

    While raising the steering gear into place, it is not necessary to install the intermediate shaft coupling on the steering gear pinion shaft at this time. It can be installed once the vehicle is lowered. Make sure the coupling does not interfere with steering gear/dash seals at this time.

  5. Slowly raise the crossmember (9) into mounted position using the transmission jack matching the crossmember to the marked locations on the body made during removal.
  6. Check the positioning of the seals at the dash panel and adjust as necessary.
  7. If equipped, position the front crossmember reinforcement brackets (7) (one each side of vehicle) over the crossmember rear mounting bushings and install the mounting screws (8), but do not tighten at this time.
  8. Install the four mounting bolts (6) securing the front crossmember (1) to the body. Tighten the crossmember mounting bolts to 135 N.m (100 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 4: Front Crossbrace/Reinforcement Bracket & Screws
    GC0120783Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  9. If equipped, position the front crossbrace/reinforcement bracket (2) over the crossmember rear mounting bushings and body, then install the mounting screws (1). Do not tighten screws at this time.
  10. Tighten the crossmember reinforcement bracket mounting screws (8) to 50 N.m (37 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 5: Front Crossbrace/Reinforcement Bracket & Screws
    GC0120783Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  11. If equipped, tighten the crossbrace/reinforcement bracket mounting screws (1) to 50 N.m (37 ft. lbs.).
  12. Remove the transmission jack.
  13. Install the heat shield over the steering gear. Install the mounting screws and push pin. Tighten the screws to 6 N.m (53 in. lbs.).
  14. Install the pressure hose tube at the gear. Tighten the tube nut to 32 N.m (24 ft. lbs.).
  15. Install the return hose tube at the gear. Tighten the tube nut to 32 N.m (24 ft. lbs.).
  16. Position the power steering hose routing clamp on the rear of the crossmember. Install and tighten the screw to 8 N.m (71 in. lbs.).
    Fig 6: Front Crossmember Mounting
    GC0120782Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  17. Install the fore/aft crossmember (4) and front engine mount through-bolt. Refer to CROSSMEMBER, FRONT FORE AND AFT, INSTALLATION .
  18. Install the rear engine mount. Refer to INSULATOR, ENGINE MOUNT, REAR, INSTALLATION for 2.4L or INSULATOR, ENGINE MOUNT, REAR, INSTALLATION for 3.6L.
  19. If equipped, install the engine belly pan.
    Fig 7: Front Knuckle Mounting
    GC0120770Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
    NOTE:

    Prior to attaching the outer tie rod end to the knuckle, inspect the tie rod seal boot. If the seal boot is damaged, replace the outer tie rod end.

  20. On each side of the gear, install the outer tie rod end (6) into the hole in the knuckle (2) arm. Start a NEW tie rod mounting nut (3) onto the stud. While holding the tie rod end stud with a wrench, tighten the nut with a wrench or crowfoot wrench. Tighten the nut to 85 N.m (63 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 8: Tire & Wheel Mounting
    GC0082325Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  21. On each side of the vehicle, install the tire and wheel assembly (1). Install and tighten the wheel mounting nuts (3) to 135 N.m (100 ft. lbs.).
  22. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 9: Steering Wheel Holding Tool - RHD
    GC0082516Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  23. Remove the steering wheel holder.
    Fig 10: Lower Coupling Bolt
    GC0084367Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  24. Verify the front wheels of vehicle are in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position.
  25. Center the intermediate shaft (2) over the steering gear pinion shaft (4), lining up the ends, then slide the intermediate shaft onto the steering gear pinion shaft.
  26. From center, rotate the steering wheel to the right until the intermediate shaft coupling bolt (3) can be easily installed.
  27. Install the intermediate shaft coupling bolt (3). Tighten the bolt to 42 N.m (31 ft. lbs.).
  28. Reposition the floor carpet (1) in place.
  29. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  30. Check for fluid leaks.
  31. Perform wheel alignment as necessary. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
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