Probe V6-182 3.0L (1990)
Fig. 24 Installing Pressure Pad & Spring
ASSEMBLE
1.
Lubricate outer box assembly with automatic transmission fluid.
2.
Using outer torque adapter tool No. T88C-3504-CH, install outer box assembly.
3.
Stake the outer box assembly to the rack housing using a punch, Fig. 23.
4.
Apply a thin coat of grease to lips of pinion seal, then install pinion seal using seal installer tool No. T88C-3504-BH.
5.
Install pressure pad and spring into gear housing, Fig 24.
6.
Apply thread sealer to adjust cover.
7.
Using torque gauge tool No. T88C-3504-AH, install adjust cover and torque to 29-36 inch lbs.
8.
Loosen adjust cover 35°.
9.
Using pinion adapter tool No. T88C-3504-BH, measure pinion torque, torque should be 88.5-123.9 inch lbs.
10.
Install adjust cover locknut and torque to 28.9-36.2 ft. lbs.
11.
Install washer and tie rod. Torque tie rod to 43.4-57.9 ft .lbs.
12.
Bend washer tang to lock tie rod in place.
13.
Slide tie rod boot over tie rod and position it on steering gear.
14.
Wrap a new piece of mechanics wire around the boot twice, then around a Phillips screwdriver. Twist the wire four or five times with the
screwdriver. Ensure boot is not dented or twisted.
15.
Install outer boot clamp.
16.
Install tie rod ends, ensuring index marks are aligned.
17.
Install rubber mounting bushings and mounting brackets.
18.
Install solenoid valve on mounting bracket.
19.
Install external hydraulic lines connecting valve body to gear. Use new copper washers at each banjo fitting.
