Bravada V6-4.3L VIN W (1997)
Steering Gear: Mechanical Specifications
Adjustment Tightening Specifications
Pitman Shaft Over-Center Preload [1] ........................................................................................................................................ 0.7-1.1 Nm (6-10 inch lbs.)
Steering Gear Adjuster Nut ...................................................................................................................................................................... 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.)
[1] This is in addition to worm shaft thrust bearing preload and valve and seal drag.
Torque Specifications
Steering Gear Adjuster Lock Nut ............................................................................................................................................................. 49 Nm (36 ft. lbs.)
Rack Piston Guide Clamp Screw ........................................................................................................................................................... 58 Nm (43 inch lbs.)
Rack Piston Plug ................................................................................................................................................................................... 150 Nm (111 ft. lbs.)
Coupling Shield Ret. and Lock Nut ........................................................................................................................................................ 109 Nm (80 ft. lbs.)
