C 3500 Truck 2WD V8-6.0L VIN U (2001)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Non-Rack and Pinion
Replacement
Power Steering Gear Replacement (Non-Rack and Pinion)
Removal Procedure
Notice: Refer to Power Steering Hose Disconnected Notice in Service Precautions.
1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle with suitable safety stands. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the engine protection shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement in Body and Frame.
3. Remove the hoses from the steering gear.
4. Disconnect the intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement - Lower.
5. Remove the pitman arm from the steering gear. Refer to Pitman Arm Replacement.
6. Remove the bolts retaining the steering gear to the frame.
7. Remove the steering gear from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
1. Install the steering gear to the frame and install the retaining bolts.
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Tighten the steering gear retaining bolts to 135 Nm (100 ft. lbs.).
2. Install the pitman arm. Refer to Pitman Arm Replacement.
3. Install the intermediate shaft to the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement - Lower.
4. Remove the caps or plugs from the steering gear and hoses.
5. Connect the hoses to the steering gear.
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Tighten the hoses fittings to 28 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the engine protection shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement in Body and Frame.
7. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Bleeding the Power Steering System.
8. Remove the safety stands. Lower the vehicle.
