Hombre S Regular Cab 4WD V6-4.3L (1999)
Tighten
Tighten the bolts (2) to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
7. Refer to Pitman Shaft Over-Center Preload Adjustment to adjust the pitman shaft (4).See: Adjustments
Housing End Plug Replacement
Housing End Plug Replacement
Disassembly Procedure
1. Rotate the stub shaft back and forth to drain the fluid.
2. Insert a punch into the housing access hole to unseat the retaining ring (1).
3. Remove the plug (2).
4. Remove the 0-ring seal (3).
Assembly Procedure
1. Lubricate the 0-ring seal (3)with power steering fluid.
2. Install the 0-ring seal (3) into the steering gear housing (5).
3. Install the plug (2).
4. Install the retaining ring (1). Ensure that the retaining ring open end is approximately 25 mm (1 inch) from the access hole in the steering gear
housing (5).
Spool Valve Replacement
Spool Valve Replacement
Disassembly Procedure
1. Remove the thrust support assembly. Refer to Thrust Support Replacement
