Vanden Plas (X308) V8-4.0L (AJ27) (2000)
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7. Install steering rack on crossbeam.
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Ensure that bushes are correctly positioned on steering rack.
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Position steering rack on crossbeam.
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Position support brackets over bushes.
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Install mounting bracket bolts and tighten to 40-54 Nm.
8. Install tie rods on steering arms.
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Position and fully seat tie rod ball joint taper pin on steering arm.
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Install tie rod ball joint nut and tighten to 71-85 Nm.
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Repeat procedure to install opposite side tie rod ball joint.
9. Install harness on suspension turret.
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Noting positions marked during removal, tape new securing clips to steering harness.
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Install securing clips/harness on LH turret.
10. With assistance position crossbeam/suspension assembly on jack with protective wood under.
11. Traverse assembly into position below vehicle.
12. Ensure steering harness connector is positioned to avoid damage during crossbeam lift.
13. NOTE: It may be necessary to use a hammer and drift to finally align new mounting with body location.
Carefully raise crossbeam assembly into position.
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Ensure that dowels of both crossbeam mountings are correctly seated in body locations.
