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not attach the wire harness connectors until the cur-
ing process is complete.
(11) Check the operation of the rear glass heating
grid.
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
RELAY
DESCRIPTION
The rear window defogger relay is an electrome-
chanical device that switches fused battery current to
the rear glass heating grid and the Light-Emitting
Diode (LED) indicator of the rear window defogger
switch, when the Body Control Module (BCM) rear
window defogger timer and logic circuitry grounds
the relay coil. The rear window defogger relay is
located in the junction block, under the left end of
the instrument panel in the passenger compartment.
The rear window defogger relay is a International
Standards Organization (ISO) relay. Relays conform-
ing to the ISO specifications have common physical
dimensions, current capacities, terminal patterns,
and terminal functions.
The rear window defogger relay cannot be repaired
or adjusted and, if faulty or damaged, it must be
replaced.
OPERATION
The ISO relay consists of an electromagnetic coil, a
resistor or diode, and three (two fixed and one mov-
able) electrical contacts. The movable (common feed)
relay contact is held against one of the fixed contacts
(normally closed) by spring pressure. When the elec-
tromagnetic coil is energized, it draws the movable
contact away from the normally closed fixed contact,
and holds it against the other (normally open) fixed
contact.
When the electromagnetic coil is de-energized,
spring pressure returns the movable contact to the
normally closed position. The resistor or diode is con-
nected in parallel with the electromagnetic coil in the
relay, and helps to dissipate voltage spikes that are
produced when the coil is de-energized.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER RELAY
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENTAL
AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
RELAY TEST
The rear window defogger relay (Fig. 4) is located
in the junction block, under the left end of the instru-
ment panel in the passenger compartment. Remove
the rear window defogger relay from the junction
block to perform the following tests:
(1) A relay in the de-energized position should
have continuity between terminals 87A and 30, and
no continuity between terminals 87 and 30. If OK, go
to Step 2. If not OK, replace the faulty relay.
(2) Resistance between terminals 85 and 86 (elec-
tromagnet) should be 75 10 ohms. If OK, go to Step
3. If not OK, replace the faulty relay.
(3) Connect a battery to terminals 85 and 86.
There should now be continuity between terminals
30 and 87, and no continuity between terminals 87A
and 30. If OK, refer to theRelay Circuit Test.If
not OK, replace the faulty relay.
RELAY CIRCUIT TEST
(1) The relay common feed terminal cavity (30) is
connected to battery voltage and should be hot at all
times. If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, repair the open
fused B(+) circuit to the Power Distribution Center
(PDC) fuse as required.
(2) The relay normally closed terminal (87A) is
connected to terminal 30 in the de-energized position,
but is not used for this application. Go to Step 3.
Fig. 4 REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER RELAY
TERMINAL LEGEND
NUMBER IDENTIFICATION
30 COMMON FEED
85 COIL GROUND
86 COIL BATTERY
87 NORMALLY OPEN
87A NORMALLY CLOSED
WJHEATED GLASS 8G - 5
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER GRID (Continued)
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(6) Remove both horns and the mounting bracket
from the right extension of the radiator closure
assembly as a unit.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position both horns and the mounting bracket
onto the right extension of the radiator closure
assembly as a unit.
(2) Install and tighten the screw that secures the
horn mounting bracket to the right extension of the
radiator closure assembly. Tighten the screw to 11.3
N´m (100 in. lbs.).
(3) Reconnect the two right headlamp and dash
wire harness connectors to the horn connector recep-
tacles. Be certain to engage the connector lock tabs
after reconnecting them to the horn connector recep-
tacles.
(4) Install the lower front half of the inner liner to
the right front fender wheel house. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/EXTERIOR/FRONT FENDER - INSTALLA-
TION) for the procedure.
(5) Lower the vehicle.
(6) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
HORN RELAY
DESCRIPTION
The horn relay is a electromechanical device that
switches battery current to the horn when the horn
switch grounds the relay coil. The horn relay is
located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC) inthe engine compartment. If a problem is encountered
with a continuously sounding horn, it can usually be
quickly resolved by removing the horn relay from the
PDC until further diagnosis is completed. See the
fuse and relay layout label affixed to the inside sur-
face of the PDC cover for horn relay identification
and location.
The horn relay is a International Standards Orga-
nization (ISO) micro-relay. Relays conforming to the
ISO specifications have common physical dimensions,
current capacities, terminal patterns, and terminal
functions. The ISO micro-relay terminal functions
are the same as a conventional ISO relay. However,
the ISO micro-relay terminal pattern (or footprint) is
different, the current capacity is lower, and the phys-
ical dimensions are smaller than those of the conven-
tional ISO relay.
The horn relay cannot be repaired or adjusted and,
if faulty or damaged, it must be replaced.
OPERATION
The ISO relay consists of an electromagnetic coil, a
resistor or diode, and three (two fixed and one mov-
able) electrical contacts. The movable (common feed)
relay contact is held against one of the fixed contacts
(normally closed) by spring pressure. When the elec-
tromagnetic coil is energized, it draws the movable
contact away from the normally closed fixed contact,
and holds it against the other (normally open) fixed
contact.
When the electromagnetic coil is de-energized,
spring pressure returns the movable contact to the
normally closed position. The resistor or diode is con-
nected in parallel with the electromagnetic coil in the
relay, and helps to dissipate voltage spikes that are
produced when the coil is de-energized.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HORN RELAY
The horn relay (Fig. 2) is located in the Power Dis-
tribution Center (PDC) between the battery and the
right inner fender shield on the passenger side of the
engine compartment. If a problem is encountered
with a continuously sounding horn, it can usually be
quickly resolved by removing the horn relay from the
PDC until further diagnosis is completed. See the
fuse and relay layout label affixed to the inside sur-
face of the PDC cover for horn relay identification
and location. For complete circuit diagrams, refer to
the appropriate wiring information. The wiring infor-
mation includes wiring diagrams, proper wire and
connector repair procedures, details of wire harness
routing and retention, connector pin-out information
and location views for the various wire harness con-
nectors, splices and grounds.
Fig. 1 Horns Remove/Install
1 - RADIATOR CLOSURE ASSEMBLY
2 - HORNS AND MOUNTING BRACKET
3 - RIGHT HEADLAMP AND DASH WIRE HARNESS
CONNECTORS
8H - 4 HORNWJ
HORN (Continued)
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POWER MIRRORS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
POWER MIRRORS
DESCRIPTION.........................11
OPERATION...........................12
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER
MIRRORS...........................12
AUTOMATIC DAY/NIGHT MIRROR
DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION - REAR VIEW MIRROR.....12
DESCRIPTION - OUTSIDE REAR VIEW
MIRROR............................13
OPERATION
OPERATION - REAR VIEW MIRROR.......13
OPERATION - OUTSIDE REAR VIEW
MIRROR............................13
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AUTOMATIC DAY
/ NIGHT MIRROR......................13POWER FOLD-AWAY MIRROR - EXPORT
DESCRIPTION.........................14
OPERATION...........................14
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER
FOLD-AWAY MIRROR - EXPORT..........14
REMOVAL.............................14
POWER MIRROR SWITCH
DESCRIPTION.........................15
OPERATION...........................15
SIDEVIEW MIRROR
DESCRIPTION.........................15
OPERATION...........................15
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SIDEVIEW
MIRROR............................16
POWER MIRRORS
DESCRIPTION
Driver and passenger side power operated outside
rear view mirrors are standard factory-installed
equipment on this model. The power mirror system
allows the driver to adjust both outside mirrors elec-
trically from the driver seat position by operating a
switch on the driver side front door trim panel. The
power mirror system receives non-switched battery
current through a fuse in the Power Distribution
Center (PDC) so that the power mirrors remain oper-
ational, regardless of the ignition switch position.
The standard equipment power operated outside
rear view mirrors are also equipped with the heated
mirror system, which will only operate when the
ignition switch is in the On position and the rear
window defogger switch is turned on. When the rear
window defogger switch is in the On position, electric
heater grids on the rear window glass and behind
both outside rear view mirror glasses are energized.
These electric heater grids produce heat to help clear
the rear window glass and outside rear view mirrors
of ice, snow, or fog. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
HEATED MIRRORS - DESCRIPTION) for more
information on this feature.
A driver side automatic dimming outside mirror
that dims the mirror to reduce the glare of bright
lights approaching the vehicle from behind, and a
memory system that automatically positions the
power mirrors for two different drivers are optionalfactory-installed equipment on this model. (Refer to 8
- ELECTRICAL/POWER MIRRORS/AUTOMATIC
DAY / NIGHT MIRROR - DESCRIPTION) for more
information. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER
SEATS - DESCRIPTION) for more information.
This group covers the following components of the
power mirror system:
²Power mirrors
²Power mirror switch.
Certain functions and features of the power mirror
system rely upon resources shared with other elec-
tronic modules in the vehicle over the Programmable
Communications Interface (PCI) data bus network.
The PCI data bus network allows the sharing of sen-
sor information. This helps to reduce wire harness
complexity, internal controller hardware, and compo-
nent sensor current loads. At the same time, this sys-
tem provides increased reliability, enhanced
diagnostics, and allows the addition of many new fea-
ture capabilities. For diagnosis of these electronic
modules or of the PCI data bus network, the use of a
DRB scan tool and the proper Diagnostic Procedures
manual are recommended.
The other electronic modules that may affect power
mirror system operation are as follows:
²Body Control Module (BCM)(Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC CONTROL MOD-
ULES/BODY CONTROL/CENTRAL TIMER MODUL
- DESCRIPTION) for more information.
²Driver Door Module (DDM)(Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC CONTROL MOD-
WJPOWER MIRRORS 8N - 11
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(6) Install and tighten the two screws that secure
the inboard mounting flange of the washer reservoir
to the left inner wheel house. Tighten the screws to
7.4 N´m (66 in. lbs.).
(7) Reconnect the left headlamp and dash wire
harness connectors for the two washer pump/motor
units to the pump/motor unit connector receptacles.
(8) Reinstall the liner into the left front fender
wheel house.
(9) Lower the vehicle.
(10) Install and tighten the one screw that secures
the washer reservoir filler neck to the left inner
fender shield (Fig. 23). Tighten the screw to 7.4 N´m
(66 in. lbs.).
(11) Reinstall the washer reservoir filler cap hinge
onto the hook on the filler neck and close the cap.
(12) Reconnect the two washer reservoir washer
hoses to the two engine compartment washer hoses
at the inline connectors located on the top of the left
front fender wheel house.
(13) Reinstall the air cleaner housing onto the top
of the left front fender wheel house. (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/AIR INTAKE SYSTEM/AIR CLEANER
HOUSING - INSTALLATION).
(14) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
WIPER HIGH/LOW RELAY
DESCRIPTION
The wiper high/low relay is located in the Power
Distribution Center (PDC) in the engine compart-
ment near the battery. The wiper high/low relay is a
conventional International Standards Organization
(ISO) micro relay (Fig. 25). Relays conforming to the
ISO specifications have common physical dimensions,
current capacities, terminal patterns, and terminal
functions. The relay is contained within a small, rect-
angular, molded plastic housing and is connected to
all of the required inputs and outputs by five integral
male spade-type terminals that extend from the bot-
tom of the relay base.
The wiper high/low relay cannot be adjusted or
repaired and, if faulty or damaged, the unit must be
replaced.
OPERATION
The wiper high/low relay is an electromechanical
switch that uses a low current input from the Body
Control Module (BCM) to control a high current out-
put to the front wiper motor. The movable common
feed contact point is held against the fixed normally
closed contact point by spring pressure. When the
relay coil is energized, an electromagnetic field is
produced by the coil windings. This electromagnetic
field draws the movable relay contact point away
from the fixed normally closed contact point, and
holds it against the fixed normally open contact
point. When the relay coil is de-energized, spring
pressure returns the movable contact point back
against the fixed normally closed contact point. A
resistor is connected in parallel with the relay coil in
the relay, and helps to dissipate voltage spikes and
electromagnetic interference that can be generated as
the electromagnetic field of the relay coil collapses.
The wiper high/low relay terminals are connected
to the vehicle electrical system through a connector
receptacle in the Power Distribution Center (PDC).
The inputs and outputs of the wiper high/low relay
include:
²Common Feed Terminal- The common feed
terminal (30) is connected to the output of the wiper
on/off relay at all times through the wiper on/off
relay output circuit.
²Coil Ground Terminal- The coil ground termi-
nal (85) is connected to a control output of the Body
Control Module (BCM) through a front wiper high/
low relay control circuit. The BCM controls front
wiper motor operation by controlling a ground path
through this circuit.
²Coil Battery Terminal- The coil battery ter-
minal (86) receives battery current at all times from
a circuit breaker in the Junction Block (JB) through
a fused ignition switch output (run-acc) circuit.
Fig. 25 ISO Micro Relay
30 - COMMON FEED
85 - COIL GROUND
86 - COIL BATTERY
87 - NORMALLY OPEN
87A - NORMALLY CLOSED
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WASHER RESERVOIR (Continued)
Page 638 of 2199
(2) Position the wiper high/low relay in the proper
receptacle in the PDC.
(3) Align the wiper high/low relay terminals with
the terminal cavities in the PDC receptacle.
(4) Push firmly and evenly on the top of the wiper
high/low relay until the terminals are fully seated in
the terminal cavities in the PDC receptacle.
(5) Reinstall the cover onto the PDC.
(6) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
WIPER ON/OFF RELAY
DESCRIPTION
The wiper on/off relay is located in the Power Dis-
tribution Center (PDC) in the engine compartment
near the battery. The wiper on/off relay is a conven-
tional International Standards Organization (ISO)
micro relay (Fig. 28). Relays conforming to the ISO
specifications have common physical dimensions, cur-
rent capacities, terminal patterns, and terminal func-
tions. The relay is contained within a small,
rectangular, molded plastic housing and is connected
to all of the required inputs and outputs by five inte-
gral male spade-type terminals that extend from the
bottom of the relay base.
The wiper on/off relay cannot be adjusted or
repaired and, if faulty or damaged, the unit must be
replaced.
OPERATION
The wiper on/off relay is an electromechanical
switch that uses a low current input from the Body
Control Module (BCM) to control a high current out-
put to the front wiper motor. The movable common
feed contact point is held against the fixed normally
closed contact point by spring pressure. When the
relay coil is energized, an electromagnetic field is
produced by the coil windings. This electromagnetic
field draws the movable relay contact point away
from the fixed normally closed contact point, and
holds it against the fixed normally open contact
point. When the relay coil is de-energized, spring
pressure returns the movable contact point back
against the fixed normally closed contact point. A
resistor is connected in parallel with the relay coil in
the relay, and helps to dissipate voltage spikes and
electromagnetic interference that can be generated as
the electromagnetic field of the relay coil collapses.
The wiper on/off relay terminals are connected to
the vehicle electrical system through a connector
receptacle in the Power Distribution Center (PDC).
The inputs and outputs of the wiper on/off relay
include:
²Common Feed Terminal- The common feed
terminal (30) is connected to the common feed termi-
nal of the wiper high/low relay at all times through
the wiper on/off relay output circuit.
²Coil Ground Terminal- The coil ground termi-
nal (85) is connected to a control output of the Body
Control Module (BCM) through a front wiper on/off
relay control circuit. The BCM controls front wiper
motor operation by controlling a ground path through
this circuit.
²Coil Battery Terminal- The coil battery ter-
minal (86) receives battery current at all times from
a circuit breaker in the Junction Block (JB) through
a fused ignition switch output (run-acc) circuit.
²Normally Open Terminal- The normally open
terminal (87) receives battery current at all times
from a circuit breaker in the Junction Block (JB)
through a fused ignition switch output (run-acc) cir-
cuit, and provides battery current to the front wiper
on/off relay output circuit whenever the relay is ener-
gized.
²Normally Closed Terminal- The normally
closed terminal (87A) is connected to the wiper park
switch in the front wiper motor through the front
wiper park switch sense circuit, and is connected to
the wiper park switch whenever the relay is de-ener-
gized.
The wiper on/off relay can be diagnosed using con-
ventional diagnostic tools and methods.
Fig. 28 ISO Micro Relay
30 - COMMON FEED
85 - COIL GROUND
86 - COIL BATTERY
87 - NORMALLY OPEN
87A - NORMALLY CLOSED
WJFRONT WIPERS/WASHERS 8R - 31
WIPER HIGH/LOW RELAY (Continued)
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(12) Install the push rods, rocker arms, pivots and
bridges in the order they were removed (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/ROCKER ARM /
ADJUSTER ASSY - INSTALLATION).
(13) Install the engine cylinder head cover (Refer
to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER
HEAD COVER(S) - INSTALLATION).
(14) Attach the air conditioner compressor mount-
ing bracket to the engine cylinder head and block.
Tighten the bolts to 40 N´m (30 ft. lbs.) torque.
(15) Attach the air conditioning compressor to the
bracket. Tighten the bolts to 27 N´m (20 ft. lbs.)
torque.
CAUTION: The serpentine drive belt must be routed
correctly. Incorrect routing can cause the water
pump to turn in the opposite direction causing the
engine to overheat.
(16) Install the serpentine drive belt. (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS -
INSTALLATION).
(17) Install the air cleaner and ducting.
(18) Connect the hoses to the engine thermostat
housing and fill the cooling system to the specified
level (Refer to 7 - COOLING - STANDARD PROCE-
DURE).
(19) The automatic transmission throttle linkage
and cable must be adjusted after completing the
engine cylinder head installation (Refer to 21 -
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - AW4/
THROTTLE VALVE CABLE - ADJUSTMENTS).
(20) Install the temperature sending unit and con-
nect the wire connector.
(21) If equipped with air conditioning, install A/C
compressor (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDI-
TIONING/PLUMBING/A/C COMPRESSOR -
INSTALLATION) and charge A/C system (Refer to 24
- HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING -
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(22) Connect negative cable to battery.
WARNING: USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN THE
ENGINE IS OPERATING. DO NOT STAND IN DIRECT
LINE WITH THE FAN. DO NOT PUT HANDS NEAR
THE PULLEYS, BELTS OR FAN. DO NOT WEAR
LOOSE CLOTHING.
(23) Operate the engine with the radiator cap off.
Inspect for leaks and continue operating the engine
until the engine thermostat opens. Add coolant, if
required.CYLINDER HEAD COVER(S)
DESCRIPTION
The cylinder head cover (Fig. 11) is made of
stamped steel and incorporates the Crankcase Venti-
lation (CCV) Hoses and the oil fill opening.
REMOVAL
The cylinder head cover is isolated from the cylin-
der head via grommets and a reusable molded rubber
gasket. The grommet and limiter are retained in the
cylinder head cover.
(1) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(2) Disconnect the Crankcase Ventilation (CCV)
vacuum hose from engine cylinder head cover.
(3) Disconnect the fresh air inlet hose from the
engine cylinder head cover.
(4) Disconnect the accelerator, transmission, and
speed (if equipped) control cables from the throttle
body (Fig. 12).
(5) Remove the three bolts that fasten the control
cable bracket to the intake manifold.
(6) Remove control cables from cylinder head cover
clip.
(7) Position control cables and bracket away from
cylinder head cover secure with tie straps.
(8) Remove the engine cylinder head cover mount-
ing bolts.
(9) Remove the engine cylinder head cover and
gasket.
Fig. 11 Cylinder Head Cover
9 - 22 ENGINE - 4.0LWJ
CYLINDER HEAD (Continued)
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LINKAGE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
LINKAGE
DESCRIPTION
STEERING LINKAGE ± RIGHT HAND DRIVE
(RHD) VEHICLES......................26
DESCRIPTION........................26
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE CHART......................28
SPECIAL TOOLS
STEERING LINKAGE...................28
DAMPER
DESCRIPTION.........................28
OPERATION...........................28
REMOVAL.............................28
INSTALLATION.........................29
DRAG LINK
DESCRIPTION.........................29OPERATION...........................29
REMOVAL.............................29
INSTALLATION.........................29
PITMAN ARM
DESCRIPTION.........................29
OPERATION...........................29
REMOVAL.............................29
INSTALLATION.........................30
TIE ROD END
DESCRIPTION.........................30
OPERATION...........................30
REMOVAL.............................30
INSTALLATION.........................30
LINKAGE
DESCRIPTION
STEERING LINKAGE ± RIGHT HAND DRIVE
(RHD) VEHICLES
Vehicles equipped with right hand drive (RHD)
steering utilize the same components of left hand
drive vehicles. The RHD Steering linkage is designed
as a mirror image of left hand drive linkage with the
exception of the steering damper (Fig. 1), which is
mounted on the same side of the vehicle weather
RHD or LHD. See figure below for reference. All
specifications are the same as LHD. Refer to Group
19, Steering of the gasoline engine service manual for
additional information.
DESCRIPTION
The steering linkage consists of a pitman arm,
drag link, tie rod, and steering dampener (Fig. 2) .
An adjustment sleeve on the tie rod is used to set
wheel toe position. The sleeve on the drag link is
used for steering wheel centering.
CAUTION: If any steering components are replaced
or serviced an alignment must be performed, to
ensure the vehicle meets all alignment specifica-
tions.
CAUTION: Components attached with a nut and cot-
ter pin must be torqued to specification. Then if the
slot in the nut does not line up with the cotter pin
hole, tighten nut until it is aligned. Never loosen the
nut to align the cotter pin hole.
19 - 26 LINKAGEWJ
Page 1504 of 2199
Fig. 1 Right Hand Drive Steering Linkage
1 - PITMAN ARM
2 - STEERING DAMPENER
Fig. 2 Steering Linkage
1 - DRAG LINK
2 - PITMAN ARM
3 - TIE ROD END
4 - TIE ROD
5 - DAMPER
6 - TIE ROD END
WJLINKAGE 19 - 27
LINKAGE (Continued)
Page 1505 of 2199
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE CHART
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION N´m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Pitman Arm
Shaft Nut251 185 Ð
Drag Link
Pitman Arm Nut88 65 Ð
Drag Link
Knuckle Nut47 35 Ð
Drag Link
Clamp Nuts41 30 Ð
Tie Rod
Knuckle Nut47 35 Ð
Tie Rod
Clamp Nuts41 30 Ð
Steering Damper
Axle Bolt88 65 Ð
Steering Damper
Tie Rod Nut41 30 Ð
SPECIAL TOOLS
STEERING LINKAGEDAMPER
DESCRIPTION
The damper is mounted to the axle housing and
the tie rod end. The damper consists of steel tube
shock absorber with a permanent bushed end.
OPERATION
The steering damper provides steering system
damping.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the nut from the ball stud at the tie
rod.
(2) Remove the steering damper from the tie rod.
(3) Remove the steering damper nut and bolt from
the axle bracket (Fig. 3) .Puller C-3894±A
Remover Pitman C-4150A
19 - 28 LINKAGEWJ
LINKAGE (Continued)
Page 1506 of 2199
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the steering damper to the axle bracket
and tie rod.
(2) Install the steering damper bolt in the axle
bracket and tighten bolt to 88 N´m (65 ft. lbs.).
(3) Install the nut at the tie rod and tighten to 41
N´m (30 ft. lbs.).
DRAG LINK
DESCRIPTION
The drag link and ends are comprised of two forged
ends connected by a steel adjusting tube. The drag
link connects the steering gear pitman arm to the
steering knuckle. The larger offset end is attached to
the pitman arm.
OPERATION
The sleeve is used for steering wheel centering.
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove right wheel and tire assembly.
(3) Remove the cotter pins and nuts at the right
steering knuckle and pitman arm (Fig. 4) .
(4) Remove the drag link from the steering
knuckle and pitman arm Puller C-3894-A.
(5) Loosen adjustment sleeve clamp bolts and
unscrew the tie rod ends from the adjustment sleeve.
INSTALLATION
(1) Screw the tie rod ends into the adjustment
sleeve.
(2) Install the drag link onto the right steering
knuckle and pitman arm.(3) Tighten the nut at the steering knuckle to 47
N´m (35 ft. lbs.). Tighten the pitman nut to 88 N´m
(65 ft. lbs.). Install new cotter pins.
(4) Position clamp bolts to their original position
and tighten to 41 N´m (30 ft. lbs.).
(5) Install right wheel and tire assembly.
(6) Remove support and lower the vehicle.
(7) Center the steering wheel.
PITMAN ARM
DESCRIPTION
The pitman arm is attached at one end of the
steering gear's sector shaft. The other end is con-
nected to the drag link.
OPERATION
The pitman arm transfers rotary motion into side
to side motion.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the cotter pin and nut from the drag
link at the pitman arm (Fig. 5) .
(2) Remove the drag link ball stud from the pit-
man arm with a puller.
(3) Remove the nut and washer from the steering
gear shaft. Mark the pitman shaft and pitman arm
for installation reference. Remove the pitman arm
from steering gear with Puller C-4150A.
Fig. 3 Steering Damper
1 - DAMPER
2 - TIE ROD
Fig. 4 Drag Link
1 - STEERING GEAR
2 - PITMAN ARM
3 - CLAMP
4 - DRAG LINK
5 - CLAMP
WJLINKAGE 19 - 29
DAMPER (Continued)