Express 1/2 Ton Van V8-5.7L VIN R (1999)
11. Install the flat races (2) (4) and the thrust bearing (3) onto the worm shaft (1).
12. Install the worm shaft (4) to the steering gear housing (3).
13. Install the valve. Refer to Steering Gear Valve Replacement - Off Vehicle.
14. Install the rack piston (2) to the worm (4) from J 21552 using J 8947 to compress the seals.
IMPORTANT: Reinstall all of the rack piston balls into the rack piston. Improper rack piston ball installation may result in personal injury.
15. Hold J 21552 tightly against the worm shaft (4).
16. Turn the stub shaft clockwise until the rack piston (2) is seated on the worm shaft (4).
17. Install the rack piston plug.
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Tighten the rack piston plug to 150 Nm (111 ft. lbs.).
18. Install the housing end plug (1). Refer to Steering Gear Housing End Plug Replacement - Off Vehicle.
19. Install the pitman shaft and side cover. Refer to Steering Gear Pitman Shaft and Housing Cover Replacement - Off Vehicle (700 Gear).
20. To adjust the steering gear, refer to:
20.1.
Worm Thrust Bearing Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle
20.2.
Pitman Shaft Over-Center Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle
