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Assembly Procedure

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    Fig 1: Pitman Shaft And Cover Assembly (670 Gear)
    GM412387Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the new steering gear pitman shaft housing cover O-ring (4).
  2. Install the steering gear pitman shaft housing cover (3).
  3. Install the steering gear pitman shaft lash adjuster nut (2).
  4. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  5. Install the steering gear pitman shaft housing cover bolts (1) and tighten to 62 N.m (46 lb ft).
  6. Fig 2: Cleaning Exposed End Of Pitman Shaft (670 Gear)
    GM740401Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the pitman arm washer (2).
  8. Install the pitman arm nut (3) and tighten to 250 N.m (184 lb ft).
  9. If necessary adjust the steering gear pitman shaft over-center preload. Refer to Steering Gear Pitman Shaft Over-Center Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle .
  10. Install the steering gear. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement (Recirculating Ball Without LMM) , Steering Gear Replacement (Two Mode Hybrid) , Steering Gear Replacement (Hydraulic Rack and Pinion) .