Left-Hand Drive - AWD

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Fig 1: Steering Gear Removal/Installation

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If necessary, install the outer tie rods onto the inner tie rod threads. As the outer tie rods are installed, count out same number of rotations as were counted on tie rod removal. This will get the toe setting somewhat close to specification before the vehicle is aligned at the end of this procedure. Snug the tie rod jam nuts on both ends of gear. Tighten the tie rod jam nuts to specification while performing the wheel alignment at the end of this procedure.
Carefully install the steering gear (1) through the left wheel opening using the reverse of how it was removed. Move it across the crossmember until centered.

Fig 2: Dash Seal
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Tip the steering gear pinion shaft (3) straight up and install the dash seal (2) matching it to the contour of the steering gear housing.

Fig 3: Identifying Steering Gear Mounting
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Position the steering gear in mounted position on the crossmember.
Install the two bolts (1) securing the steering gear (2) to the crossmember. Tighten the gear mounting bolts to 115 N.m (85 ft. lbs.).

Fig 4: View Of Heat Shield Over Steering Gear
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Install the heat shield (1) over the steering gear (2). Install the mounting screws and push-pins. Tighten the screws to 6 N.m (53 in. lbs.).

Fig 5: Removing/Installing Rear Mount
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Install the rear engine mount isolator (3).
Install four mounting bolts (2) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 ft. lbs.).
Install rear mount bracket through bolt. Tighten to 75 N.m (55 ft. lbs.).

Fig 6: Identifying Front Crossmember Mounting
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Center the power steering gear rack in its travel as necessary.
NOTE:
When installing the front suspension crossmember (1) it is very important that the crossmember be attached to the body in exactly the same spot as when it was removed. Otherwise, the vehicle's wheel alignment settings (caster and camber) will be lost making wheel alignment more difficult.
Slowly raise the crossmember (9) into mounted position using the transmission jack matching the crossmember to the marked locations on the body made during removal.
Position the front crossmember reinforcement brackets (7) (one each side of vehicle) over the crossmember rear mounting bushings and install the mounting screws (8), but do not tighten at this time.

Fig 7: Identifying Front Crossmember Mounting
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Install the four mounting bolts (6) securing the front crossmember (1) to the body. Tighten the crossmember mounting bolts to 135 N.m (100 ft. lbs.).
Tighten the crossmember reinforcement bracket mounting screws (8) to 50 N.m (37 ft. lbs.).
Remove the transmission jack.

Fig 8: Pressure Hose, Return Hose & Tube Nuts
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Install the pressure hose tube (4) at the gear. Tighten the tube nut (3) to 32 N.m (24 ft. lbs.).
Install the return hose tube (1) at the gear. Tighten the tube nut (2) to 32 N.m (24 ft. lbs.).

Fig 9: Power Steering Hose Routing Clamps & Screws
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Position the power steering hose routing clamps (2) on the crossmember. Install and tighten the screws to 8 N.m (71 in. lbs.).

Fig 10: Fore-Aft Crossmember Forward Mounting Bolts
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Position the fore-aft crossmember in the engine compartment and install the mounting bolts. Tighten the forward mounting bolts at the radiator support to 55 N.m (41 ft. lbs.). Tighten the rearward mounting bolts at the suspension crossmember to 55 N.m (41 ft. lbs.).

Fig 11: Front Mount Through Bolt
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Install the front engine mount through-bolt (1) and tighten to 60 N.m (44 ft. lbs.).
If equipped, install the engine belly pan.

Fig 12: View Of Front Knuckle Mounting
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NOTE:
Prior to attaching the outer tie rod end to the knuckle, inspect the tie rod seal boot. If the seal boot is damaged, replace the outer tie rod end.
On each side of the gear, install the outer tie rod end (6) into the hole in the knuckle (2) arm. Start a NEW tie rod mounting nut (3) onto the stud. While holding the tie rod end stud with a wrench, tighten the nut with a wrench or crowfoot wrench. Tighten the nut to 85 N.m (63 ft. lbs.).

Fig 13: Tire & Wheel Mounting
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On each side of the vehicle, install the tire and wheel assembly (1). Refer to INSTALLATION . Install and tighten the wheel mounting nuts (3) to 135 N.m (100 ft. lbs.).
Lower the vehicle.

Fig 14: Dash Seal Retainer Clips
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Lift the dash seal into position and engage the retaining clips securing the dash seal to the dash panel.

Fig 15: Steering Wheel Holding Tool
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Remove the steering wheel holder using care not to rotate the steering wheel.

Fig 16: Coupling Pinch Bolt
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Verify the front wheels of vehicle are in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position.
Center the intermediate shaft coupling (1) over the steering gear pinion shaft (3), then slide the intermediate shaft onto the steering gear pinion shaft.
Install the intermediate shaft coupling bolt (2). Tighten the bolt to 42 N.m (31 ft. lbs.).
Position the sound deadening insulation and floor carpet back into place.
Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Check for fluid leaks.
Perform wheel alignment as necessary. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .