FAQ for Steering Gearbox Repair
Q: What kind of special tools will be used in the replacement of the Steering Gear Stub Shaft Seal and Bearing?
A:
J29810 Stub Shaft Seal Protector.
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the adjuster plug?
A:
The recommended torque is 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the nut when installing the adjuster plug lock to the adjuster plug?
A:
The recommended torque is 75 Nm (55 lb-ft).
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01/11/2022 Q: What kind of special tools will be used in the replacement of the Steering Gear Boot-Off Vehicle?
A:
J22610 Keystone Clamp Pliers.
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01/11/2022 Q: What kind of special tools will be used in the removal of the Steering Gear?
A:
J24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be known about the pinion and valve assembly during the removal?
A:
Do not hammer or pound on the pinion or valve assembly. This will cause damage or loosen the drive pin.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be ensured before the installation of the Steering Gear Boot-Off Vehicle?
A:
The arrows on the boot must be aligned with the range on the gear housing.
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the removal procedure for the Steering Gear Cylinder Pipe Assembly and Seals-Off Vehicle?
A:
Remove the TORX(R) screw from the cylinder line retaining plate at the valve end, remove the cylinder line retaining plate, loosen both cylinder line nuts on the cylinder end of the gear assembly, remove both cylinder line assemblies from the rack and pinion gear assembly, and remove and discard the O-rings seals from the valve end.
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the power steering gear mounting bolts?
A:
The recommended torque is 110 Nm (81 lb-ft).
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