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Gear, Independent Front Suspension: Installation: Installation

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NOTE:

In the frame there are two holes for the mounting of the steering gear, one is slotted and one is round. When tightening the gear to specifications make sure to tighten the mounting bolt with the round hole first to avoid movement of the steering gear.

Fig 1: Independent Front Suspension Gear
GC0154494Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
NOTE:

4WD model shown in illustrations. 2WD model similar.

  1. Position the rack and pinion to the front crossmember.
    Fig 2: Electronic Power Steering Bolts
    GC0154555Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  2. Install the steering gear bolts (2). Tighten the steering gear bolts to the proper. Refer to GEAR, INDEPENDENT FRONT SUSPENSION, SPECIFICATIONS .
  3. Slide the shaft coupler onto the gear and install a New  steering column to steering gear pinch bolt. Tighten the pinch bolt to the proper. Refer to GEAR, INDEPENDENT FRONT SUSPENSION, SPECIFICATIONS .
  4. Clean and dry the tie rod end studs (3) and the tapers in the knuckles (5).
  5. Install the tie rod ends into the steering knuckles. Tighten the tie rod end knuckle nut to the proper. Refer to GEAR, INDEPENDENT FRONT SUSPENSION, SPECIFICATIONS .
  6. If equipped, install the front skid plate. Refer to PLATE, SKID, FRONT, INSTALLATION .
    Fig 3: Electronic Power Steering Gear Electrical Connector
    GC0154495Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  7. Connect electrical connector (1) at EPS.
  8. Install the front tires and wheels. Refer to WHEELS, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Connect battery cables.
  11. Clear the Diagnostic Trouble Codes:
    1. Insert the key into the ignition and turn to the RUN position.
    2. Wait eight seconds then rotate the ignition to OFF.
    3. To complete the calibration, turn the key to the RUN position and scan for trouble codes.
      1. If only DTC U0131 (Lost Communication with Power Steering Control Module) is present, clear the vehicle DTCs.
      2. If any other DTCs are present, follow the standard trouble shooting procedure for the specific codes. Do not clear the DTCs unless directed to do so by the trouble shooting procedure.
      3. If no DTCs are present, continue with the installation procedure.
    4. Rotate the ignition to OFF.
  12. Adjust the toe alignment. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
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