Civic DX Coupe L4-1590cc 1.6L SOHC MFI (1999)
4. Install the stiffener plate with the two gearbox mounting bolts and stiffener plate attaching bolts.
NOTE: Install the bolts loosely first, then tighten them securely.
5. Center the steering rack within its stroke.
6. Slip the lower end of the steering joint onto the pinion shaft (line up the bolt hole with the groove around the shaft), and tighten the lower bolt.
NOTE:
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Connect the steering shaft and pinion with the steering wheel and steering rack centered.
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Be sure that the lower steering joint bolt is securely in the groove in the steering gearbox pinion.
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If the steering wheel and rack are not centered, reposition the serrations at lower end of the steering joint.
7. Center the cable reel by first rotating it clockwise until it stops. Then rotate it counterclockwise (approximately two turns) until the arrow mark on
the label points straight up. Reinstall the steering wheel.
