Hombre S Regular Cab 4WD V6-4.3L (1999)
7. Using J 42882 and a torque wrench, turn the adjuster nut assembly (1) counterclockwise 15-25 degrees to align the hole (2) in the adjuster nut
assembly (1) with the second mark (4) on the steering gear housing (3).
8. Install the coupling shield retainer and the lock nut (2).
9. Hold the adjuster nut assembly in position to maintain alignment of the marks.
10. Tighten the coupling shield retainer and the lock nut (2) using a drift in a notch.
Tighten
Tighten the coupling shield retainer and the lock nut (2) to 109 N.m (80 lb ft).
Pitman Shaft Over-Center Preload Adjustment
1. Rotate the stub shaft (3) back and forth to drain the power steering fluid.
2. Loosen the adjuster lock nut (4).
3. Turn the pitman shaft adjuster screw (1) counterclockwise until the screw is fully extended.
4. Turn the pitman shaft adjuster screw (1) clockwise 1 full turn.