K 3500 Truck 4WD V8-5.7L VIN R (1998)
5. Rotate the stub shaft (40) from stop to stop, using a 12-point socket, and count the number of turns.
6. Starting at either stop, turn the stub shaft (40) back 1/2 the total number of turns. This is the "center" of the gear. When the gear is centered, the
flat on the stub shaft (40) should face upward and be parallel with the side cover (7) and the master spline on the pitman shaft should be in line
with the adjuster screw.
7. Place a torque wrench on the stub shaft (40) with the handle in the vertical position. Rotate the stub shaft (40) 45 degrees each side of the center.
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Stub shaft must rotate smoothly and must not stick or bind.
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Record the worm bearing preload measured on or near the center.
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Recorded bearing preload to be 0.7-1.7 Nm (6-15 inch lbs.), with worm and ball nut installed. If the torque is outside this range, the gear
assembly should be readjusted or repaired as required.
CAUTION: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that
application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the
fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases,
or other corrosion Inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque
