Steering Gear - Manual: Overhaul: Inspection
- Check the action of ball nut assembly on the worm gear. If movement is not smooth for full length of travel, replace worm and ball nut assembly. Worm and ball nut are not serviced separately.
- Check worm bearings and cups, sector shaft gear surface, and oil seal. Check clearance between sector shaft and housing bore. Clearance should be .004" (.1 mm) or less. If any component is defective, replace it.