Caravan FWD L4-2.4L VIN X (1997)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Installation
The content of this article reflects changes called for in TSB 26-08-98.
1. Install the steering gear up in the front suspension cradle, leaving room to install intermediate coupler.
2. Start the roll pin into the intermediate coupler before installing coupler on steering gear shaft. Start roll pin into coupler, using a hammer and
tapping it into the coupler. Then install the intermediate coupler on the shaft of the steering gear.
3. Install Remover/Installer Special Tool 6831A, or equivalent through the center of the roll pin, securing it with the knurled nut. Hold threaded rod
stationary while turning nut, this will pull the roll pin into the intermediate coupler.
4. Install steering gear assembly on the front suspension cradle. Install the 3 steering gear to front suspension cradle mounting bolts and nuts.
CAUTION: Proper torque on the steering gear to suspension cradle mounting bolts is very important.
5. Tighten the 3 steering gear to suspension cradle mounting bolts to a torque of 183 Nm (135 ft. lbs.).
