Steering Gear Line (Right or Left)

^ Tools Required:
- J 28467- Engine Support Fixture
- J 28467-0 Adapters
- J 36462 Adapter Leg
- J 35917 Tie Rod Puller/Ball Joint Remover
- Or Equivalents

Remove or Disconnect
1. Air cleaner and duct. Refer to Powertrain Management.
2. Install J 28467-A J 28467-9 and J 36462.
3. Raise vehicle and suitably support.
4. Right and left front wheel and tire.

CAUTION: Failure to disconnect intermediate shaft from rack and pinion stub shaft can result in damage to steering gear and/or intermediate shaft. This damage can cause loss of steering control which could result in personal injury.

NOTICE: Set steering shaft so block tooth on upper steering shaft is at the 12 o'clock position, wheels on vehicle are straight ahead and set ignition switch to "LOCK" position. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the coil.

5. Intermediate steering shaft pinch bolt at steering gear.
6. Loosen right side engine splash shield. Refer to Body and Frame.
7. Both left and right side tie rods from steering knuckles, using J 35917.
8. Catalytic converter from exhaust manifold. Refer to Brakes and Traction Control.
9. Support rear of frame, use jackstands.
10. Both rear frame bolts and lower frame. Refer to Body and Frame.
11. Steering gear heat shield screws and heat shield.
12. Power steering lines clamp from steering gear.
13. Line from steering gear.

Install or Connect

NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and the joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.

1. Line to steering gear.
2. Line clamp and lines to steering gear.
3. Steering gear heat shield and screws.
- Tighten screws to 6 Nm (54 inch lbs.).
4. Raise frame and align steering gear stub shaft to intermediate steering shaft.
5. New rear frame bolts. Refer to Body and Frame.
6. Remove frame jackstand.
7. Catalytic converter to exhaust manifold. Refer to Brakes and Traction Control.
8. Both tie rod ends to steering knuckles.
9. Tighten right side engine splash shield. Refer to Body and Frame.

Important: When installing the intermediate shaft make sure the shaft is seated prior to pinch bolt installation. If the pinch bolt is inserted into the coupling before shaft installation, the two mating shafts may disengage.

NOTICE: Set steering shaft so block tooth on upper steering shaft is at the 12 o'clock position, wheels on vehicle are straight ahead and set ignition switch to "LOCK" position. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the coil.

10. Intermediate shaft lower pinch bolt.
- Tighten bolt to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
11. Both front wheel and tire.
12. Lower vehicle.
13. Remove J 28467-A, J 28467-90 and J 36462.
14. Air cleaner. Refer to Powertrain Management.
15. Fill system. Refer to "Checking and Adding Fluid."
16. Bleed power steering system. Refer to "Bleeding Power Steering System."

Inspect
- For leaks.