Hombre S Regular Cab 4WD V6-4.3L (1999)
1. Remove the coupling shield retainer and the lock nut (1) from the adjuster nut assembly using a drift and a hammer.
2. Remove the adjuster nut assembly (2)from the steering gear housing (1) using J 42882
3. Remove the thrust support assembly (2)from the steering gear housing (1).
4. Remove the 0-ring seal (3) from the thrust support assembly (2).
Assembly Procedure
Tools Required
J 42882 Adjuster Nut Socket
Important: Install a new 0-ring seal each time the thrust support assembly is removed from the steering gear.