Installation Procedure
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- Apply LOCTITE® 262, or equivalent, to the steering gear inner tie rod threads.
- Attach the steering linkage inner tie rod onto the steering gear rack.
- Place a pipe wrench on the flats on the steering gear rack (1) next to the steering linkage inner tie rod (2).
- Tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod (2).
Tighten
Tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod to 150 N.m (111 lb ft).
- Install the steering gear boot. Refer to Steering Gear Boot Replacement (Without HP2) , Steering Gear Boot Replacement (HP2) .
NOTE:
All threads must be clean prior to LOCTITE® application. Check the LOCTITE®, or equivalent, container for the expiration date. Use only enough LOCTITE® to evenly coat the threads.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .