Power steering gear, removing and installing: Installing

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Install in reverse order of removal.
Align front end and check position of steering wheel.

NOTE:

When lifting the engine/transmission assembly the lower half -A- of the joint shaft must be guided into the upper half -B- of the joint shaft (2nd technician required).
Coat boot with lubricant, e.g. soft soap, before pulling onto the steering gear.

Fig 1: Steering Column Joint Shafts

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