G 1500 1/2 Ton Van V6-4.3L VIN W (1997)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
On-Vehicle Service
Power Steering Gear
Remove or Disconnect
1. Place a drain pan below the steering gear.
2. The hoses from the steering gear. Raise the hose up to prevent oil drainage. Cap or tape the ends of the hose and gear fittings to prevent the
entrance of dirt.
3. The intermediate shaft.
4. The pitman arm.
5. The steering gear frame bolts and the steering gear.
Install or Connect
1. Place the steering gear in position. Guide the stub shaft into the cardan joint assembly by lining up the marks made at removal.
2. The steering gear to the frame bolts.
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Tighten The bolts to 135 Nm (98 ft. lbs.).
3. The intermediate shaft.
4. The pitman arm.
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Remove the plugs and caps from the steering gear and hoses.
5. The hoses to the steering gear.
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Tighten The hose fittings to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
Pitman Shaft Seal
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Tool Required:
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J 6219 Seal Installer
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Or Equivalent