Power Steering Gear: Installation

Install pitman arm onto power steering gear splined shaft. Maintain previously measured distance between pitman arm and pitman arm shaft bearing cover. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Use NEW locking nuts and bolts. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table. Fill and bleed system. See POWER STEERING PUMP BLEEDING  under LUBRICATION.

Fig 1: Measuring Pitman Arm-To-Pitman Arm Shaft Bearing Cover

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