B4000 SE Cab Plus 4 4WD V6-4.0L SOHC (2001)
8. Install the steering gear to crossmember insulator bushings as shown.
1) The large end of the metal sleeve must be positioned downward.
2) Check that the mounting surfaces on the crossmember are clean and free of foreign material.
9. Install the steering gear to crossmember washers and stud bolts.
1) The dished side of the washer faces downward.
Caution: Hold the tops of the steering gear to crossmember stud bolts to avoid damaging the steering gear fluid transfer tubes.
10. Install the nuts.
Caution: Do not rotate the steering wheel when the lower steering column shaft is disconnected or damage to the air bag sliding contact will
result.
11. Install the lines and tighten the nut.
Caution: Do not allow the intermediate shaft to rotate while it is disconnected from the steering gear or damage to the clockspring can result. If
there is evidence that the intermediate shaft has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered.
