Steering Gear: Installation

NOTE: Hand start retainers.

With all retainers finger tightened, complete the tightening sequence, as shown in illustration below. Stage 1 on each retainer then stage 2.
1. Position the steering gear.
2. Tighten the steering gear retainers.
  Torque
  
  :Stage 1: 52 lb.ft (70 Nm)
  
  Stage 2: 120°
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NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

Install the steering gear shield and the retainers.

Torque

: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)

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Install the front subframe. Refer to Front Subframe .