Section 286 (Steering System-General Information): Specifications
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General Specifications (1 Of 2)
| Item | Specification | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Belt tension (1) | |||
| Limit | 16 mm (0.63 in) | ||
| New belt | 8-10 mm (0.31-0.39 in) | ||
| Used belt | 10-12 mm (0.39-0.47 in) | ||
| Power Steering Gear Operational Specifications | |||
| Fluid capacity (included in pump reservoir fill) | 0.75 L (1.6 pt) (approximate) | ||
| Fluid specification | Motorcraft MERCON® ATF | ||
| Ratio | 14:1 | ||
| Static steering wheel turning effort | 2.0 Nm (18 lb-in) | ||
| Total meshload over worm bearing preload | 0.45-1 Nm (4-9 lb-in) (over ends) | ||
| Turning effort | 2.72 kg (6.0 lbs.) | ||
| Turns of steering wheel (lock to lock - linkage disconnected) | 3.4 | ||
| Type | Recirculating ball torsion bar | ||
| Worm bearing preload | 0.9 Nm (8 lb-in) max. | ||
| Power Steering Reservoir | |||
| Air purge vacuum | 84-101 kPa (25-30 in-Hg) | ||
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General Specifications (2 Of 2)
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Power Steering Pump | |
| Flow | 3.0 ± 0.2 gpm @ 50 psi & 2500 pump rpm |
| Minimum capacity | 1.4 gpm @ 750 psi |
| Relief pressure | 1200-1380 psi |
| Sector Shaft Arm | |
| Backlash | 0.11 in. max. |
| Lubricants | |
| Motorcraft MERCON Multi-Purpose (ATF) Transmission Fluid XT-2-QDX | MERCON |
Torque Specifications
| Description | Nm | Lb-Ft |
|---|---|---|
| Meshload adjuster locknut | 26.3--35 | 19.3--25.7 |
| Steering sector shaft arm drag link nut | 60--80 | 44--59 |