Somerset V6-181 3.0L (1986)
Figure 14 - Rack Bearing Installation and Adjustment
13.
Coat rack bearing, adjuster spring and adjuster plug with lithium base grease and install in housing. (See Figure 14.)
vAdjust
With rack centered in the housing, turn adjuster plug clockwise until it bottoms in the housing, then back off 50~ to 70~ (approx. one flat). Check
torque on pinion. Maximum pinion preload torque is 1.8 N-m (16 Lbs.In.).
14.
Install adjuster plug lock nut to adjuster plug. Tighten firmly against housing while holding adjuster plug stationary.
15.
Install rack and pinion assembly into car. (Use appropriate service manual.)
vImportant
Flush power steering system (hoses, reservoir and cooler lines) with power steering fluid - GM Part # 1050017 (or equivalent meeting GM
Specification # 985010). Disconnect return line at pump reservoir. (Refer to bleeding procedure in vehicle service manual.) Be sure pump
reservoir fluid level is maintained during the flush procedure.
16.
Reconnect return line at pump reservoir.
17.
Fill with power steering fluid.
18.
Bleed air from system.
vInspect Inspect for leaks.
19.
Check toe angle and reset if necessary.
