Sebring LX Coupe V6-3.0L VIN H (2002)
Align the marks on the pressure tube assembly and steering gear box, and install the pressure tube assembly.
>>B<< RETURN HOSE ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION
Align the marks on the return hose assembly and steering gear box, and install the return hose assembly.
INSPECTION
GEAR BOX TOTAL PINION TORQUE CHECK
CAUTION: When holding the steering gear box assembly in a vice, secure its mounting positions. If it Is secured in any other places, the gear
housing may become deformed or damaged.
Using special tool MB990228 or MB991006, rotate the pinion gear at the rate of one rotation in approximately 4 to 6 seconds to check the total pinion
torque.
Standard value: 0.8 -1.9 Nm (6.9-16.5 inch lbs.) [Change in torque: 0.7 Nm (6.1 inch lbs.) or less]
NOTE: When measuring, remove the bellows from the rack housing.
Measure the pinion torque through the whole stroke of the rack. If the measured value is not within the standard range, first adjust the rack support
cover, and then check the total pinion torque again.
If the total pinion torque cannot be adjusted to within the standard range by adjusting the rack support cover, check the rack support cover, rack
support spring, rack support and replace any parts if necessary.
TIE ROD SWING RESISTANCE CHECK
1. Give 10 hard swings to the tie rod.
