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Power Steering Gear: Installation

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CAUTION: If the steering gear is replaced, check the height from the pitman arm to the idler arm. See PITMAN ARM  under ADJUSTMENTS.
  1. To install, reverse removal procedure. Draw in steering gear on screw (1) until it abuts the front axle support and only tighten hand tight. Replace self-locking nuts. First tighten screw (2) and then screw (1). See Figure. Tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  2. Ensure that steering wheel and steering gear are in straight ahead setting. Determine center position of steering gear by halving the total deviation and aligning on marks. See Figure.
  3. Slide universal joint onto steering gear. Screw must locate in retaining groove of steering unit. See Figure. Replace self-locking nut and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  4. Slide pitman arm up to mark. Mark (2) must be located in center of pitman arm. See Figure. Replace self-locking nut and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  5. Install tie rod to pitman arm. Ensure tapered spigot and bore are both free of grease. Replace self-locking nuts. Brace on hexagon socket if necessary. Tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  6. Replace sealing rings (D). See Figure. Tighten lines to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  7. Bleed power steering system. See BLEEDING POWER STEERING SYSTEM .
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