DRAG LINK, Steering, Link and Coil: Installation: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 RAM Pickup and 2011 RAM Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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All views are typical.

Fig 1: Steering Damper Mounting Nuts And Bolts

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Install the drag link end (2 or 4) to the adjustment sleeve (2) and to the pitman arm or to the tie rod (6) as necessary. Install the drag link to pitman arm nut (5) or drag link to tie rod nut (10) as necessary and tighten to specifications. Refer to Linkage, Link and Coil , Specifications .
Remove the supports and lower the vehicle. Center the steering wheel and adjust the toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment , Standard Procedure .
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Position the clamp on the adjustment sleeve so retaining bolt is located on the bottom side of the sleeve.
After adjustment tighten tie rod adjustment sleeve clamp bolts to specifications. Refer to Linkage, Link and Coil , Specifications .