K 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.3L VIN T (2000)
4. Remove the thrust support assembly (2) from the steering gear housing (1).
5. Remove the O-ring seal (3) from the thrust support assembly (2).
Assembly Procedure
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Tools Required
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J 42882 Adjuster Nut Socket
Important: Install a new O-ring seal each time the thrust support assembly is removed from the steering gear.
1. Lubricate the new O-ring seal (3).
2. Install the new O-ring seal (3) on the thrust support assembly (2).
3. Install the thrust support assembly (2).
4. Connect the adjuster nut assembly (2) to the steering gear housing (1) using J42882.
5. Install the coupling shield retainer and the lock nut (1) to the adjuster nut assembly.
6. Refer to Worm Thrust Bearing Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle to adjust the thrust bearing preload.