Mark LT 4WD V8-5.4L VIN 5 (2006)
9. NOTE: Note the number of times the outer tie-rod ends turn for reference during assembly.
Using the special tool, separate the outer tie-rod ends from the wheel knuckles and remove the outer tie-rod ends.
10. Remove the 2 steering gear bracket-to-crossmember nuts.
11. Remove the 2 steering gear bracket-to-crossmember bolts.
12. Remove the 2 steering gear bracket-to-gear nuts.
13. Remove the 2 steering gear bracket-to-gear bolts.
14. Remove the steering gear.
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Remove the steering gear through the LH wheel opening.
Installation
1. Install new O-ring seals on the power steering lines.
2. Install the steering gear.
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Install the steering gear through the LH wheel opening.
3. Install the 2 steering gear bracket-to-gear bolts and nuts.
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Tighten to 150 Nm (111 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the 2 steering gear bracket-to-crossmember bolts and nuts.
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Tighten to 103 Nm (76 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the 2 outer tie-rod ends on the steering gear.
6. Position the 2 outer tie-rod ends on the wheel knuckles and install the nuts.
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Tighten to 150 Nm (111 ft. lbs.).
7. Tighten the 2 outer tie-rod end lock nuts.
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Tighten to 103 Nm (76 ft. lbs.).
8. Connect the power steering high pressure line and install the power steering line clamp plate bolt.
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Tighten to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).
9. Position the oil drip shield and install the 4 bolts.
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Tighten to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
