Express 1 Ton Van V8-5.7L VIN R (1999)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Power Steering Gear Replacement
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Place a drain pan below the steering gear.
2. Disconnect the hoses from the steering gear.
Raise up the hoses in order to prevent oil drainage.
3. Cap the ends of the hoses and the gear fittings in order to prevent the entrance of dirt.
4. Mark the Intermediate shaft to steering gear alignment before removal.
5. Disconnect the intermediate shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement.
6. Remove the pitman arm. Refer to Pitman Arm Replacement.
7. Remove the steering gear frame bolts (3) and the steering gear (1).
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Place the steering gear (1) in position.
2. Align the marks made during the removal in order to guide the stub shaft into the cardan joint.
3. Install the steering gear-to-frame bolts (3).
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Tighten the bolts to 135 Nm (98 ft. lbs.).
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Connect the intermediate shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement.
5. Install the pitman arm. Refer to Pitman Arm Replacement.
6. Remove the caps from the steering gear and hoses.
7. Connect the hoses to the steering gear.
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Tighten the hose fittings to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
