RAM 3500 HD Truck 2WD L6-6.7L DSL Turbo (2008)
h. With the wheels in the straight ahead position, make sure that both inner and outer steering drag link joint caps are centered over the joint ball
stud (Figure 9).
CAUTION:
Failure to center the drag link inner and outer joint caps over the joint ball studs before tightening the drag link adjuster sleeve clamps could
cause joint failure.
i.
With the adjuster sleeve clamps rotated 45 degrees forward, tighten both drag link adjuster sleeve clamp nuts to 45 ft. lbs. (61 N.m).
CAUTION:
The drag link adjuster sleeve clamp tabs must be pointing approximately 45 degrees forward before tightening (as shown in Figure 10). Do not
allow the adjuster sleeve clamp tabs to hang straight down.
j.
Lower the vehicle from the hoist.
k. Drive the vehicle to verify that the steering wheel is straight.
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If the steering wheel is turned to the left, shorten the drag link at the adjuster sleeve located on the drag link.
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If the steering wheel is turned to the right, lengthen the drag link at the adjuster sleeve located on the drag link.
l.
Repeat Step 6k. until steering wheel is straight.
m. Continue with Step 9 of this procedure.
7. Replace the inner drag link joint and pitman arm using the following procedure:
