C 2500 Truck 2WD V8-8.1L VIN G (2002)
10. Place a torque wrench on the stub shaft (2) with the handle in the vertical position.
11. Rotate the stub shaft (2) 45 degrees from each side of the center of the stub shaft. The stub shaft (2) must rotate smoothly.
12. Record the worm bearing preload measured on or near the center (1). The recorded bearing preload must be 0.7 - 1.7 Nm (6 - 15 inch lbs.) with
the worm and the ball nut installed. If the torque is outside of this range, readjust or repair the steering gear assembly as required.
13. To obtain the correct preload torque, adjust the over-center torque by turning the pitman shaft adjuster screw clockwise.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
14. Add 0.7 - 1.1 Nm (6 - 10 inch lbs.) torque to the previously measured worm bearing preload torque.
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Tighten the adjuster lock nut to 49 Nm (36 ft. lbs.). Prevent the adjuster screw from turning while tightening the adjuster lock net.
Off Vehicle 700 Gear
Pitman Shaft Seals and Bearing Replacement - Off Vehicle (700 Gear)
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Tools Required
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J 6278 Pitman Shaft Bearing Remover and Installer
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J 4245 Internal Snap Ring Pliers
Disassembly Procedure
1. Remove the pitman shaft and the side cover.
2. Remove the pitman arm (3) from the steering gear (1).
3. Remove the pitman shaft boot (2).
4. Remove the dust seal (1).
