Durango 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (1998)
5. Install O-ring into the back of the stub shaft.
6. Install stub shaft and valve assembly in the housing. Line up worm shaft to slots in the valve assembly.
NOTE: If any component of the thrust support assembly are damaged the assembly must be replaced.
7. Install thrust support assembly.
8. Install adjuster nut and lock nut.
9. Adjust Thrust Bearing Preload and Over-Center Rotating Torque.
Rack Piston and Worm Shaft
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove side cover and pitman shaft.
2. Remove housing end plug.
3. Remove rack piston plug.
4. Turn stub shaft COUNTERCLOCKWISE until the rack piston begins to come out of the housing.
