C 3500 Truck 2WD V8-6.6L DSL Turbo VIN 1 (2002)
13. Insert a 0.010 inch gage (1) between the rack (2) and the inner tie rod housing in order to check both stakes. The feeler (1) must not pass between
the rack and the housing stake.
14. Slide the shock dampener (2) over the inner tie rod housing (3) until the front lip of the shock dampener (2) bottoms against the inner tie rod
housing (3).
15. To assemble the rack and pinion boot and the breather tube. Refer to Rack and Pinion Boot and Breather Tube Replacement - Off Vehicle.
Worm Thrust Bearing Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle (700 Gear)
Worm Thrust Bearing Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle (700 Gear)
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Tools Required
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J 42882 Adjuster Nut Socket
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J 43435 Adjuster Lock Nut Wrench
1. Rotate the stub shaft back and forth in order to drain the power steering fluid.
2. Remove the coupling shield retainer and the lock nut from the steering gear housing using J 43435 and a torque wrench.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
