3.6L 4x2

CAUTION:

The Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) is centered to the vehicles steering system. Failure to keep the system and steering column module centered and locked/inhibited from rotating can result in SCCM damage.

Fig 1: Steering Gear & Knuckle/Rotor Assembly

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Lift and rotate the steering gear (1) as necessary to install from behind the knuckle/rotor assembly (2) of the RH wheel area.

Fig 2: Steering Gear Retaining Nuts/Bolts
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Rotate the steering gear (1) into position, install the steering gear retaining nuts/bolts (2) and tighten to 244 N.m (180 ft. lbs.).
Install RH half shaft. Refer to INSTALLATION .
Install the outer tie rod ends. Refer to END, TIE ROD, INSTALLATION .
Install the RH shock. Refer to SHOCK ABSORBER, SUSPENSION, INSTALLATION .

Fig 3: Pressure Line, Return Line & Gear
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Connect the pressure line (1), and the return line (2) at the gear (3) and tighten to 28 N.m (21 ft. lbs.).

Fig 4: Coupler, Pinch Bolt & Steering Shaft
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CAUTION:
The steering gear must be centered prior to installing the coupler to prevent clockspring damage.
Connect the steering shaft coupler (1) to the steering shaft (3), install a new coupler pinch bolt (2) and tighten to 49 N.m (36 ft. lbs.).
Install the front skid plate. Refer to PLATE, SKID, FRONT, INSTALLATION and PLATE, SKID, FRONT SUSPENSION, INSTALLATION .
Install the wheels and tires. Refer to WHEELS, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
Remove the steering wheel lock.
Fill the power steering pump. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Set the toe. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .