RAM 3500 Truck 2WD L6-6.7L DSL Turbo (2010)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Steering Gear - Installation
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Before installing gear inspect bushings and replace if worn or damaged.
NOTE: In the frame there are two holes for the mounting of the steering gear, one is slotted and one is round. When tightening the gear to
specifications make sure to tighten the mounting bolt with the hole first to avoid movement of the steering gear.
NOTE: 4wd model shown. 2wd model similar.
1. Position the rack and pinion to the front crossmember.
2. Install the retaining bolts (2). Tighten the bolts (2) to 319 Nm (235 ft. lbs.).
3. Slide the shaft coupler onto the gear and install a new pinch bolt. Tighten the pinch bolt to 49 Nm (36 ft. lbs.).
4. Clean and dry the tie rod end studs (3) and the tapers in the knuckles (5).
5. Install the tie rod ends into the steering knuckles. Install and tighten the retaining nuts to 61 Nm (45 ft. lbs.), then turn an additional 90° See: Tie
Rod/Tie Rod End/Service and Repair/Tie Rod End - Installation.
6. Connect the pressure power steering hose to the steering gear and tighten to 32 Nm (23 ft. lbs.) See: Power Steering/Power Steering
Line/Hose/Service and Repair/Power Steering Hose - Installation.
7. Connect the return power steering hose to the steering gear and tighten to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.) See: Power Steering/Power Steering
Line/Hose/Service and Repair/Power Steering Hose - Installation.
8. If equipped, install the front skid plate See: Body and Frame/Frame/Skid Plate/Service and Repair/Skid Plate - Installation.
9. Install the front tires and wheels See: Wheels and Tires/Wheels/Service and Repair.
10. Lower the vehicle.
11. Fill the power steering system with fluid See: Power Steering/Power Steering Pump/Service and Repair/Procedures.
12. Adjust the toe alignment See: Alignment/Service and Repair.
