K 2500 Truck 4WD V8-8.1L VIN G (2001)
8. Install the ball guide (3) to the rack piston (2).
9. Install the ball guide clamp (4).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
10. Install the screws (5).
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Tighten the screws (5) to 58 Nm (43 ft. lbs.).
11. Insert J. 21552 into the bore of the rack piston while turning the worm shaft counterclockwise. The turning of the worm shaft forces the rack piston
onto J 21552. The rack piston balls remain in place.
12. Install the flat races (2) (4) and the thrust bearing (3) onto the worm shaft (1).
13. Install the worm shaft (4) to the steering gear housing (3).
Important: Do not adjust the worm shaft until all components are installed onto the steering gear housing.
14. Install the spool valve. Refer to Steering Gear Valve Replacement- Off Vehicle.
15. Install the rack piston (2) to the worm (4) from J 21552 using -/8947 to compress the seals.
16. Hold J 21552 tightly against the worm shaft (4).
17. Turn the stub shaft clockwise until the rack piston (2) is seated on the worm shaft (4).
18. Remove J21552from the rack piston (1).
19. Install the rack piston plug (1).