Assembly Procedure
- Screw the pitman shaft (4) to the side cover (8) d until it fully seats to the side cover (8).
- Install the adjuster lock nut (1). Do not tighten the adjuster lock nut (1) until the pitman shaft adjustment is completed.
- Install the pitman shaft assembly (4) and the side cover (8) to the steering gear housing (7).
- Install the bolts (2). Tighten the bolts (2) to 60 N.m (45 lb ft).
- Install the lock washer (2).
- Install the nut (3).
- Refer to Pitman Shaft Over-Center Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle .