Dakota 4WD V8-4.7L VIN J (2007)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Installation
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Before installing gear inspect bushings and replace if worn or damaged.
1. Install gear (6) to the vehicle and tighten mounting nuts (5) and bolts (2) to 258 Nm (190 ft. lbs.).
2. Install power steering lines (2 & 3) to steering gear (4) and tighten the pressure hose to 31 Nm (23 ft. lbs.) and tighten the return hose to 37 Nm
(27 ft. lbs.).
3. Slide the shaft coupler (1) onto gear (4). Install new bolt (1) and tighten to 57 Nm (42 ft. lbs.).
4. Clean tie rod end studs and knuckle tapers (5).
5. Install tie rod ends (2) into the steering knuckles (5) and tighten the nuts (1) to 81 Nm (60 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the front tires.
