FAQ for Steering Gearbox Repair
Q: When should the prevailing torque type fastener be reused?
A:
This fastener may be reused only if the fastener and its counterpart are clean and free from rust or the fastener develops 2 Nm (18-inch lbs.) of torque (drag) against its counterpart before the fastener seating.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be done before removing the power steering gear heat shield?
A:
You will need to raise and support the vehicle.
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01/11/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the steering gear heat shield bolts?
A:
The recommended torque is 14 Nm (10 ft. lbs.).
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01/11/2022 Q: What items should be inspected on the cylinder lines?
A:
You can inspect for the items including cracks, dents, and damage to the threads.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be noticed when you remove the rack and pinion boot and the breather tube?
A:
You will need to mark the location of the breather tube on the gear assembly before the removal of the rack and pinion boot if a breather tube is present.
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01/11/2022 Q: What's the removal procedure for the power steering gear heat shield?
A:
The removal procedure is to remove the right side engine splash shield to access the heat shield if the vehicle is equipped with all-wheel drive, and remove the steering gear heat shield bolts and the steering gear heat shield.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be noticed when installing the rack and pinion boot onto the gear assembly?
A:
The rack and pinion boot must not be twisted, puckered, or out of shape in any way. If the rack and pinion boot is not shaped properly, adjust the rack and pinion boot by hand before installing the boot clamp.
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01/11/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the inner tie rod?
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The recommended torque is 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.).
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01/11/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the power steering gear right side bolt?
A:
The recommended torque is 80 Nm (59 ft. lbs.) if the vehicle is equipped with all-wheel drive.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be done when installing the cylinder line assemblies to the gear assembly?
A:
You will need to tighten the valve end fittings to 16.9 Nm (12.6 ft. lbs.) and tighten the cylinder end fittings to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
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