Grand Cherokee 2WD V8-5.2L VIN Y (1998)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Steering Gear Replacement
REMOVAL
1. Place the front wheels in the straight ahead position with the steering wheel centered.
2. Remove and cap the pressure and return hoses from the steering gear.
3. Remove the column coupler shaft from the gear.
4. Remove pitman arm from gear with Puller C-4150A, or equivalent.
5. Remove the steering gear retaining bolts and nuts. Remove the steering gear from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Position the steering gear on the frame rail and install the bolts. Tighten the bolts to 88 Nm (65 ft. lbs.) torque.
2. Install the column coupler shaft.
