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Assembly Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Safari and 2002 Chevrolet Astro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Important:  Install a new O-ring seal each time the thrust support assembly is removed from the steering gear.

  1. Lubricate the new O-ring seal (3).
  2. Install the new O-ring seal (3) on the thrust support assembly (2).
  3. Install the thrust support assembly (2).
  4. Connect the adjuster nut assembly (2) to the steering gear housing (1) using J 42882  .
  5. Install the coupling shield retainer and the lock nut (1) to the adjuster nut assembly.
  6. To adjust the thrust bearing preload, refer to Worm Thrust Bearing Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle  .
  7. Hold the adjuster nut assembly in position to maintain alignment of the marks.
  8. Tighten the coupling shield retainer and the lock nut using J 43435  and a torque wrench. Tighten the retainer and the lock nut to 109 N.m (80 lb ft).
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