323 L4-1600 1597cc (1986)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
With Manual Steering
Removal and Installation
1.
Disconnect battery ground cable, raise and support vehicle.
2.
Remove wheel, and the under cover, if equipped.
3.
Remove steering shaft universal joint attaching bolt.
4.
Remove tie rod end attaching bolt, then separate tie rod end from lower control arm using a suitable tool.
5.
On models equipped with power steering, disconnect and cap pressure and return hoses at steering gear.
6.
On all models, remove steering gear attaching bolts, then the steering gear and linkage assembly.
7.
Reverse procedure to install.
Disassembly and Assembly
DISASSEMBLY
W/Constant Gear Ratio Steering Gear
1.
Drain lubricant from gear housing by removing filler plug.
2.
Secure steering gear in a suitable vise.
Fig. 5 Disassembled view of constant gear ratio manual steering gear. 1984-85 626 & 1986 323
3.
Remove tie rod ends, then the boot wires and boots, Fig. 5. Mark the threaded part of tie rod for assembly reference.
