Automatic Transmissions
Place shift tube lever in "N" or "D". Loosen adjusting ring clamp screws and rotate adjusting ring to obtain 0.33 - 0.36" (8.4-9.1 mm) end play between shift tube lever and adjusting ring. Tighten adjusting ring clamp screws. See Fig 1.
ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Bearing Adjustment | ||
| "G" Models | .46-.54" (12-13 mm) | |
| "P" Models | 1.24-1.28" (31.5-32.5 mm) | |
| Shift Tube Adjustment | ||
| Automatic Transmission | 33-.36" (8.4-9.1 mm) | |
| Manual Transmission | .005" (.13 mm) | |
TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | |
| Flexible Coupling Bolt & Studs | ||
| "P" Models | 20 (27) | |
| All Others | 18 (24) | |
| Lower Jacket Bearing Clamp | 30 (41) | |
| Lower Coupling-to-Worm Shaft Clamp | ||
| "P Models | 75 (102) | |
| All Others | 30 (41) | |
| Application | INCH Lbs. (N.m) | |
| Column-to-Dash Panel | 125 (14.2) | |
| Floor Pan Cover Plate | ||
| "P" Models | 24 (2.7) | |
| "G" Models | 30 (3.4) | |
| Firewall Bracket Clamp | ||
| "G" Models | 150 (17.0) | |
| "P" Models | 98 (11.1) | |
| All Others | 90 (10.2) | |
| Lower Bearing Adjusting Ring Bolt | 70 (7.9) | |
| Ignition Switch Screws | 35 (4.0) | |
| Column Lock Plate Cover | 20 (2.3) | |
| Turn Signal Housing | 45 (5.1) | |
| Lock Bolt Spring Screw (Tilt Wheel) | 35 (4.0) | |
| Bearing Hsg. Support Screw (Tilt Wheel) | 60 (6.8) | |