Grand Marquis V8-302 5.0L VIN F TBI (1984)
Fig. 2 Adjusting mesh load
STEERING GEAR ADJUSTMENTS
Preload (thrust bearing adjustment) and worm-to-rack preload cannot be changed in service. The only adjustment that can be performed is the total
over-center position load to eliminate excessive lash between sector and rack teeth.
1.
Disconnect pitman arm from sector shaft.
2.
Disconnect fluid return line at reservoir and cap reservoir return line pipe.
3.
Place end of return line in a clean container and cycle steering wheel in both directions as required to discharge fluid from gear.
4.
Remove ornamental cover from wheel hub and turn steering wheel 45° from left stop.
5.
Using an inch lb. torque wrench on steering wheel nut, determine torque required to rotate shaft slowly through an approximately {1-8} turn from
the 45° position.
6.
Turn steering gear back to center, then determine torque required to rotate shaft back and forth across center position.
7.
Loosen adjuster nut and turn adjusting screw until reading is greater than torque measured 45° from stop by 14 to 18 inch lbs. Fig. 2.
8.
Recheck readings and replace pitman arm and steering wheel.
9.
Connect fluid return line and replenish reservoir.
Valve Housing, Replace
