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Sector Shaft Over-Center Adjustment

Rotate steering wheel gently from stop-to-stop counting total number of turns. Turn wheel back half way to center sector on high spot. Rotate steering wheel 1/2 turn either side of center. Use a 50 INCH Lb. torque wrench or less on steering wheel nut and note torque while turning wheel over sector high spot. If not within 4-10 INCH Lbs. more than worm bearing preload, loosen adjusting screw lock nut and turn screw until correct over-center torque is obtained. After adjustments are completed, install steering arm and tighten nuts.

NOTE: Total worm and sector preload must not exceed 16 INCH Lbs.
Fig 1: Adjustment Locations
G09354242Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY