Steering System: Gear: Installation: 2WD

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Gear & Gear Mounting Bolts

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1. Transfer the outer tie rod ends to the new steering gear (if needed).
2. Install the steering gear (1) to the vehicle.
3. Install the gear mounting bolts (2) to the front cradle. Tighten the gear mounting bolts to 176 N.m (130 ft.lbs.).
   Fig 2: Identifying Power Steering Lines & Gear

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4. Install the power steering lines (1, 2) to the gear (1). Tighten the tube nuts to 27 N.m (20 ft.lbs.).
   Fig 3: Removing/Installing Lower Intermediate Shaft Coupler Pinch Bolt And Sliding Coupler Off/On Gear

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5. Install the lower coupler pinch bolt and slide the coupler on to the gear. Tighten to 53 N.m (39 ft.lbs.).
6. Install the tie rod end to the knuckle and tighten the nuts to 41 N.m (30 ft.lbs.) Plus an additional 90° turn.
7. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Wheels, Standard Procedure .
8. If equipped, install the skid plate.
9. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
10. Unlock the steering wheel.
11. Fill the power steering fluid. Refer to Standard Procedure .
12. Reset the toe and center the steering wheel. Refer to Wheel Alignment, Standard Procedure .