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(4) If the vehicle is not equipped with a power
steering fluid cooler:
²Remove the hose clamp securing the return hose
to the steel fitting in the outlet port on the power
steering gear (Fig. 6).
²Slide the hose off the end of the steel fitting.
²Pull the hose loose from the C-clamps on the two
routing clips located on the front of the steering gear
(Fig. 6).
(5) Lower the vehicle.
(6) Remove the bolt securing the hose routing clip
in place on the right engine mount (Fig. 7). Remove
the power steering fluid return hose from the routing
clip.
(7) Remove the hose clamp securing the return
hose to the power steering fluid reservoir (Fig. 7).
Slide the hose off the end of the reservoir fitting.
(8) Remove the power steering return hose from
the engine compartment.
INSTALLATION
(1) Slide a hose clamp onto the power steering
pump end of the hose far enough to clear the fitting
on the power steering fluid reservoir once the hose is
installed.
(2) Install the power steering return hose into the
engine compartment from the top. First, guide the
pump end of the hose onto the fitting on the power
steering fluid reservoir, then route the rest of the
hose along the right side of the engine (Fig. 7). Guide
the gear end of the hose down behind the back of the
engine towards the power steering gear.
(3) Expand the hose clamp and slide it onto the
fluid reservoir fitting. Secure the clamp once it is
past the bead formed into the fluid reservoir fitting.
(4) Install the power steering fluid return hose in
the hose routing clip and attach the clip to the right
engine mount (Fig. 7). Tighten the hose routing clip
bolt to a torque of 12 N´m (105 in. lbs.).
(5) Raise the vehicle.
CAUTION: The power steering fluid hoses must
remain away from the exhaust system, vehicle com-
ponents, and unfriendly surfaces that can cause
possible damage to the power steering hoses.
(6) Using a lint free towel, wipe clean the open
power steering hose end and the power steering gear
port fitting or power steering fluid cooler port.
(7) Install a hose clamp onto the end of the hose
far enough to clear the fitting on the steering gear or
cooler once the hose is installed.
(8) If the vehicle is equipped with a power steering
fluid cooler, slide the hose onto the end of the cooler
tube. Install the hose clamp past the bead formed
into the cooler tube and secure in place.(9) If the vehicle is not equipped with a power
steering fluid cooler:
²Slide the hose onto the end of the steel fitting in
the steering gear outlet port (Fig. 6).
²Install the hose clamp past the bead formed into
the steel fitting and secure in place.
²Align and attach the hose to the C-clamps on
the two routing clips located on the front of the steer-
ing gear (Fig. 6).
(10) Lower the vehicle.
(11) Perform the POWER STEERING PUMP INI-
TIAL OPERATION service procedure which can be
found in the POWER STEERING PUMP section of
this group to properly fill and bleed the power steer-
ing system.
(12) Check for leaks at all hose connections.
POWER STEERING FLUID COOLER
NOTE: Before proceeding with this removal and
installation procedure, review SERVICE WARNINGS
AND CAUTIONS at the beginning of REMOVAL AND
INSTALLATION in this section.
REMOVAL
(1) Siphon as much fluid as possible from the
power steering fluid reservoir.
(2) Raise the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING in the
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE group in this
service manual for the correct lifting procedure.
(3) Remove the hose clamp, attaching the power
steering fluid return hose to the power steering fluid
cooler. Remove the return hose from the cooler.
(4) Remove the hose clamp attaching the power
steering cooler fluid hose to the steel fitting in the
power steering gear outlet port (Fig. 8).
(5) Remove the two screws securing the cooler to
the front suspension crossmember. They are located
behind the cooler. They can be accessed from above.
(6) Open the routing clip on the right front of the
power steering gear housing and remove the cooler
tube from it.
(7) Remove the cooler from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Slide a hose clamp onto the end of the power
steering cooler fluid hose far enough to clear the steel
fitting on the power steering gear once the hose is
installed.
(2) Slide the hose (with cooler attached) onto the
fitting on the steering gear, then align the tube on
back of the cooler with the open routing clip on the
right front of the power steering gear housing, and
snap it into place. Close the clip.
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(3) Install the hose clamp on the power steering
cooler fluid hose past the bead formed into the steel
fitting and secure in place.
(4) Install the two screws attaching the cooler to
the front suspension crossmember. Tighten the cooler
attaching screws to a torque of 10 N´m (90 in. lbs.).
(5) Install the power steering fluid return hose on
the power steering fluid cooler tube. Install the hose
clamp on the power steering return hose securing it
to the power steering cooler. Be sure the hose clamp
is installed on the return hose past the bead on the
end of the cooler tube.
(6) Lower the vehicle.
(7) Perform the POWER STEERING PUMP INI-
TIAL OPERATION service procedure which can be
found in the POWER STEERING PUMP section of
this group to properly fill and bleed the power steer-
ing system.
(8) Check for leaks at all connections.
POWER STEERING FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH
NOTE: Before proceeding with this removal and
installation procedure, review SERVICE WARNINGS
AND CAUTIONS at the beginning of REMOVAL AND
INSTALLATION in this section.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect negative battery cable from the neg-
ative post of the battery. Be sure cable is isolated
from negative post on battery.(2) Raise the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING in the
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE group in this
service manual for the correct lifting procedure.
(3) Locate the power steering fluid pressure switch
on the back side of the power steering gear (Fig. 9).
(4) Remove the vehicle wiring harness connector
from the power steering fluid pressure switch.
NOTE: When removing and installing the power
steering pressure switch, use a 7/8 inch deep well
socket. The deep well socket will prevent damage
to the plastic electrical connector area of the power
steering fluid pressure switch.
(5) Unscrew and remove the power steering fluid
pressure switch from the power steering gear.
INSTALLATION
(1) By hand, screw the power steering pressure
switch into the power steering gear until it is fully
seated (Fig. 9). Tighten the power steering pressure
switch to a maximum torque of 8 N´m (70 in. lbs.).
Over-torquing will result in stripping the threads out
of the power steering pressure switch port in the
steering gear.
(2) Install the vehicle wiring harness connector. Be
sure the latch on the wiring harness connector is
fully engaged with the locking tab on the power
steering pressure switch.
(3) Lower the vehicle.
(4) Fill the power steering fluid reservoir to the
correct fluid level. Use only MopartPower Steering
Fluid, or equivalent.
(5) Connect the negative cable to the negative post
of the battery.
Fig. 8 Power Steering Fluid Cooler
1 ± POWER STEERING FLUID COOLER
2 ± TRANSAXLE
3 ± CLAMP
4 ± AIR DAM
5 ± CROSSMEMBER
Fig. 9 Switch Location
1 ± WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR
2 ± POWER STEERING GEAR
3 ± POWER STEERING FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH
4 ± REAR OF FRONT SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER
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(6) Start the engine and turn the steering wheel
several times stop-to-stop to bleed any air from the
fluid in the power steering system. Stop the engine,
check the fluid level, and inspect the system for
leaks.
SPECIFICATIONS
POWER STEERING FASTENER TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION TORQUE
POWER STEERING HOSE:
Tube Nuts............... 34N´m(25ft.lbs.)
Hose Routing Clip Bolt.... 12N´m(105 in. lbs.)
POWER STEERING COOLER:
Mounting Screws.......... 10N´m(90in.lbs.)
POWER STEERING FLUID PRESSURE
SWITCH:
Switch................... 8N´m(70in.lbs.)
POWER STEERING PUMP:
Pressure Hose Tube Nut.... 34N´m(25ft.lbs.)
Pressure Fitting........... 88N´m(65ft.lbs.)
Front Mounting Bolts..... 28N´m(250 in. lbs.)
Rear Mounting Bolt....... 28N´m(250 in. lbs.)
Rear Support Bracket To Engine Bolts . . 54 N´m
(40 ft. lbs.)
SPECIAL TOOLS
POWER STEERING
Power Steering Analyzer 6815
Adapters, Power Steering Analyzer 6893
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

POWER STEERING PUMP
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
POWER STEERING PUMP.................16
POWER STEERING FLUID RESERVOIR.......17
SERVICE PROCEDURES
POWER STEERING PUMP INITIAL
OPERATION...........................17
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
SERVICE WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS........17
POWER STEERING PUMP.................17DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
POWER STEERING PUMP (PULLEY).........19
SPECIFICATIONS
POWER STEERING PUMP FLOW
SPECIFICATIONS.......................20
POWER STEERING FASTENER TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS.......................20
SPECIAL TOOLS
POWER STEERING PUMP.................20
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
POWER STEERING PUMP
The hydraulic pressure for operation of the power
steering gear is provided by a belt driven power
steering pump (Fig. 1) manufactured by TTA. The
TTA power steering pump is a constant flow rate and
displacement vane-type pump.
In the event of a power steering pump drive belt
failure, manual steering control of the vehicle can
still be maintained. However, under these conditions,
steering effort will be significantly increased.No repair procedures are to be done on the internal
components of the power steering pump. The only
serviceable components of the power steering pump
are the power steering pump pulley and the pump
itself. The power steering fluid reservoir is serviced
with the pump.
Because of unique shaft bearings, flow control lev-
els or pump displacements, power steering pumps
may be used only on specific vehicle applications. Be
sure that all power steering pumps are only replaced
with a pump that is the correct replacement for that
specific application.
Hydraulic pressure is provided for operation of the
power steering gear by the belt driven power steering
pump (Fig. 1). It is a constant displacement, vane
type pump. The power steering pump is connected to
the steering gear by a power steering fluid pressure
hose and return hose.
Rectangular pumping vanes in the shaft driven
rotor move power steering fluid from the intake to
the cam ring pressure cavities of the power steering
pump. As the rotor begins to turn, centrifugal force
throws the vanes against the inside surface of the
cam ring to pickup residual oil. This oil is then forced
into the high pressure area. As more oil is picked up
by the vanes, the additional oil is forced into the cav-
ities of the thrust plate through two crossover holes
in the cam ring and pressure plate. The crossover
holes empty into the high pressure area between the
pressure plate and the housing end cover.
As the high pressure area is filled, oil flows under
the vanes in the rotor slots, forcing the vanes to fol-
low the inside surface of the cam ring. As the vanes
reach the restricted area of the cam ring, oil is forced
out from between the vanes. When excess oil flow is
generated during high-speed operation, a regulated
amount of oil returns to the pump intake side
through a flow control valve. The flow control valve
Fig. 1 Power Steering Pump
1 ± POWER STEERING FLUID RESERVOIR
2 ± POWER STEERING PUMP
3 ± PULLEY
4 ± PUMP PRESSURE FITTING
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reduces the power required to drive the pump and
holds down temperature build-up.
When steering conditions exceed maximum pres-
sure requirements, such as when the wheels are
turned against the stops, the pressure built up in the
steering gear exerts pressure on the spring end of the
flow control valve. The high pressure lifts the relief
valve ball from its seat and allows oil to flow through
a trigger orifice located in the outlet fitting. This
reduces pressure on the spring end of the flow con-
trol valve which then opens and allows the oil to
return to the intake side of the pump. This action
limits maximum pressure output of the pump to a
safe level.
Under normal power steering pump operating con-
ditions, pressure requirements of the pump are below
maximum, causing the pressure relief valve to
remain closed.
POWER STEERING FLUID RESERVOIR
The power steering fluid reservoir is mounted on
the power steering pump using 3 bolts (Fig. 1). It
stores fluid for the power steering system.
The power steering fluid reservoir is considered an
integral part of the power steering pump and is not
serviced separately.
SERVICE PROCEDURES
POWER STEERING PUMP INITIAL OPERATION
CAUTION: The fluid level should be checked with
engine off to prevent injury from moving compo-
nents. Use only MoparTPower Steering Fluid. Do
not use automatic transmission fluid. Do not over-
fill.
Wipe the filler cap clean, then check the fluid level.
The dipstick should indicateCOLDwhen the fluid is
at normal temperature, approximately 21ÉC to 27ÉC
(70ÉF to 80ÉF).
(1) Fill the power steering fluid reservoir to the
proper level and let the fluid settle for at least two
minutes.
(2) Start the engine and let run for a few seconds,
then turn the engine off.
(3) Add fluid if necessary. Repeat the above proce-
dure until the fluid level remains constant after run-
ning the engine.
(4) Raise the front wheels off the ground.
(5) Start the engine. Slowly turn the steering
wheel right and left, lightly contacting the wheel
stops.
(6) Add power steering fluid if necessary.
(7) Lower the vehicle and turn the steering wheel
slowly from lock to lock.(8) Stop the engine. Check the fluid level and refill
as required.
(9) If the fluid is extremely foamy, allow the vehi-
cle to stand a few minutes and repeat the above pro-
cedure.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
SERVICE WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
WARNING: POWER STEERING FLUID, ENGINE
PARTS AND EXHAUST SYSTEM MAY BE
EXTREMELY HOT IF ENGINE HAS BEEN RUNNING.
DO NOT START ENGINE WITH ANY LOOSE OR DIS-
CONNECTED HOSES. DO NOT ALLOW HOSES TO
TOUCH HOT EXHAUST MANIFOLD OR CATALYST.
WARNING: FLUID LEVEL SHOULD BE CHECKED
WITH THE ENGINE OFF TO PREVENT PERSONAL
INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS.
CAUTION: When the system is open, cap all open
ends of the hoses, power steering pump fittings or
power steering gear ports to prevent entry of for-
eign material into the components.
NOTE: Do not use any type of automatic transmis-
sion fluid in the power steering system.
POWER STEERING PUMP
NOTE: Before proceeding with this removal and
installation procedure, review SERVICE WARNINGS
AND CAUTIONS at the beginning of REMOVAL AND
INSTALLATION in this section.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove battery cable from the negative post on
the battery.
(2) Siphon as much fluid as possible from the
power steering fluid reservoir.
(3) Remove the power steering pump drive belt
from the power steering pump pulley. Refer to
ACCESSORY DRIVE BELTS in the COOLING SYS-
TEM service manual group for the required removal
and installation procedure.
(4) Remove the hose clamp securing the return
hose to the power steering fluid reservoir. Slide the
hose off the end of the reservoir fitting. (Fig. 2).
(5) Back out the tube nut securing the power
steering fluid pressure hose to the power steering
pump and remove the hose from the pump (Fig. 2).
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)

(6) Remove the mounting bolt securing the support
bracket to the rear of the power steering pump (Fig.
3).
(7) Loosen the two mounting bolts securing the
support bracket to the engine block (Fig. 3).
(8) Remove the three mounting bolts holding the
power steering pump to the cast bracket (Fig. 4).
Access to the mounting bolts can be achieved through
the holes in the pump pulley.
(9) Remove the power steering pump with reser-
voir from the engine.
(10) For removal and installation of the power
steering pump pulley, refer to DISASSEMBLY AND
ASSEMBLY in this section.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the power steering pump with reservoir
and pulley on the engine and install the three
mounting bolts securing the pump to the cast bracket
(Fig. 4). Tighten the three bolts to a torque of 28 N´m
(250 in. lbs.).
(2) Install the mounting bolt securing the support
bracket to the rear of the power steering pump (Fig.
3). Do not completely tighten the bolt at this time.(3) Tighten the two mounting bolts securing the
support bracket to the engine block (Fig. 3). Tighten
the bolts to a torque of 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.).
(4) Tighten the mounting bolt securing the support
bracket to the rear of the power steering pump to a
torque of 28 N´m (250 in. lbs.).
(5) Install the power steering pump drive belt on
the power steering pump pulley. Refer to ACCES-
Fig. 2 Power Steering Hoses At Pump
1 ± HOSE ROUTING CLIP
2 ± RETURN HOSE CLAMP
3 ± POWER STEERING PUMP AND RESERVOIR
4 ± PRESSURE HOSE TUBE NUT
Fig. 3 Power Steering Pump Support Bracket
1 ± MOUNTING BOLTS
2 ± POWER STEERING PUMP
3 ± SUPPORT BRACKET
Fig. 4 Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolts
1 ± MOUNTING BOLTS
2 ± POWER STEERING PUMP
3 ± PULLEY
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SORY DRIVE BELTS in the COOLING SYSTEM
service manual group for the required removal and
installation procedure.
(6) Using a lint free towel, wipe clean all open
power steering hose ends and power steering pump
fittings.
(7) Install a new O-ring on the end of the power
steering pressure hose. Lubricate the O-ring using
clean power steering fluid.
(8) Attach the power steering fluid pressure hose
to the pressure fitting on the lower end of the power
steering pump (Fig. 2). Thread the tube nut securing
the power steering fluid pressure hose into the power
steering pump pressure fitting. Tighten the tube nut
to at torque of 34 N´m (25 ft. lbs.).
(9) Slide the power steering fluid return hose onto
the fluid reservoir fitting (Fig. 2). Position the hose
clamp so it is installed on the hose past the bead
formed into the fluid reservoir fitting.
(10) Perform the POWER STEERING PUMP INI-
TIAL OPERATION service procedure found in this
section of this group to properly fill and bleed the
power steering system.
(11) Check for leaks.
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
POWER STEERING PUMP (PULLEY)
The only serviceable part of the power steering
pump is the pulley. The following procedure is for the
removal and installation of the pulley from the
pump.
The power steering pump must be removed from
the vehicle for power steering pump pulley service.
Refer to POWER STEERING PUMP in REMOVAL
AND INSTALLATION for the required procedure.
CAUTION: Use care when removing and installing
the power steering pump pulley. It is made of plas-
tic composite, except for the center shank. The spe-
cial tools are to be used in the shank area only as
described in the following procedure.
DISASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Do not hammer on the power steering
pump pulley or shaft to remove the power steering
pump pulley. This will damage the pulley and the
power steering pump.
(1) Install Puller, Special Tool C-4333, or an equiv-
alent, on the steering pump pulley as shown (Fig. 5).
Tighten the puller screw drive and remove the pulley
from the power steering pump shaft.NOTE: Replace the power steering pump pulley if it
is cracked or loose.
(2) Remove the puller from the power steering
pump pulley.
ASSEMBLY
(1) Place the power steering pump pulley squarely
on end of the power steering pump shaft. Mount
Installer, Special Tool C-4063, or an equivalent, in
the internal threads of the power steering pump
shaft and against power steering pump pulley (Fig.
6).
Fig. 5 Pulley Removal
1 ± PULLEY
2 ± C-4333
3 ± POWER STEERING PUMP
Fig. 6 Pulley Installation
1 ± C-4063
2 ± PULLEY
3 ± POWER STEERING PUMP
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

(2) Ensuring that the installer and the pulley
remain aligned with pump shaft, turn the installer
outer nut and force the pulley onto the power steer-
ing pump shaft until it is flush with the end of the
pump shaft. Once the pulley is flush with the end of
the shaft, the installer outer nut will no longer be
able to turn.
(3) Remove the installer from the power steering
pump.
(4) Install the power steering pump back on the
engine. Refer to POWER STEERING PUMP in
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION for the required
procedure.
SPECIFICATIONS
POWER STEERING PUMP FLOW
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Steering Pump Flow:
At 1500 RPM And Minimum
Pressure . . 4.2 to 4.9 Liters/Min (1.1 to 1.3 GPM)
Control Valve Pressure
Relief.....9308 to 9998 kPa (1350 to 1450 psi)
POWER STEERING FASTENER TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION TORQUE
POWER STEERING HOSE:
Tube Nuts............... 34N´m(25ft.lbs.)
Hose Routing Clip Bolt.... 12N´m(105 in. lbs.)
POWER STEERING COOLER:
Mounting Screws.......... 10N´m(90in.lbs.)
POWER STEERING FLUID PRESSURE
SWITCH:
Switch................... 8N´m(70in.lbs.)
POWER STEERING PUMP:
Pressure Hose Tube Nut.... 34N´m(25ft.lbs.)
Pressure Fitting........... 88N´m(65ft.lbs.)
Front Mounting Bolts..... 28N´m(250 in. lbs.)
Rear Mounting Bolt....... 28N´m(250 in. lbs.)
Rear Support Bracket To Engine Bolts . . 54 N´m
(40 ft. lbs.)
SPECIAL TOOLS
POWER STEERING PUMP
Installer C-4063B
Puller C-4333
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DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY (Continued)

STEERING GEAR
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
POWER STEERING GEAR..................21
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
SERVICE WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS........22
POWER STEERING GEAR..................22
OUTER TIE ROD.........................26SPECIFICATIONS
POWER STEERING GEAR FASTENER
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS...............28
SPECIAL TOOLS
POWER STEERING GEAR..................28
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
POWER STEERING GEAR
The power steering gear is mounted on the front
suspension crossmember (Fig. 1). The outer ends of
the outer tie rods attach to the steering knuckles.
The power steering gear operates as follows: Turn-
ing of the steering wheel is converted into linear
travel through the meshing of the helical pinion
teeth with the rack teeth of the gear. Power assist
steering is provided by a pump supplying fluid to
either side of the integral rack piston.Road feel is controlled by the diameter of a torsion
bar which initially steers the vehicle. This movement
directs oil behind the integral rack piston, which, in
turn, builds up hydraulic pressure and assists in the
turning effort.
The drive tangs on the pinion of the power steering
gear mate loosely with a stub shaft. This is to permit
manual steering control to be maintained if the drive
belt on the power steering pump should break. How-
ever, under these conditions, steering effort will be
increased.
Fig. 1 Power Steering Gear
1 ± OUTER TIE ROD
2 ± JAM NUT3 ± STEERING GEAR
4 ± FRONT SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER
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NOTE: The power steering gear should not be ser-
viced or adjusted. If a malfunction or oil leak occurs
with the steering gear, the complete steering gear
needs to be replaced.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
SERVICE WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
WARNING: POWER STEERING FLUID, ENGINE
PARTS AND EXHAUST SYSTEM MAY BE
EXTREMELY HOT IF ENGINE HAS BEEN RUNNING.
DO NOT START ENGINE WITH ANY LOOSE OR DIS-
CONNECTED HOSES. DO NOT ALLOW HOSES TO
TOUCH HOT EXHAUST MANIFOLD OR CATALYST.
WARNING: FLUID LEVEL SHOULD BE CHECKED
WITH THE ENGINE OFF TO PREVENT PERSONAL
INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS.
CAUTION: When the system is open, cap all open
ends of the hoses, power steering pump fittings or
power steering gear ports to prevent entry of for-
eign material into the components.
NOTE: Do not use any type of automatic transmis-
sion fluid in the power steering system.
POWER STEERING GEAR
NOTE: Before proceeding with this removal and
installation procedure, review SERVICE WARNINGS
AND CAUTIONS at the beginning of REMOVAL AND
INSTALLATION in this section.
REMOVAL
(1) Place the steering wheel in the STRAIGHT-
AHEAD position. Using a steering wheel holder, lock
the steering wheel in place to keep it from rotating
(Fig. 2). This keeps the clockspring in the proper ori-
entation.
(2) Inside the passenger compartment, remove the
steering column coupling retainer pin, back off the
pinch bolt nut, and remove the steering column cou-
pling pinch bolt (Fig. 3) (the pinch bolt nut is caged
to the coupling and is not removable). Separate the
upper and lower steering column couplings.
(3) Raise the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING in the
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE group in this
service manual for the correct lifting procedure.(4) Remove both front tire and wheel assemblies
from the vehicle.
(5) Remove nuts attaching both outer tie rods to
the steering knuckles (Fig. 4). Remove each nut by
holding the tie rod stud stationary while loosening
and removing the nut with a wrench.
(6) Remove the outer tie rod from the steering
knuckles using Remover, Special Tool MB991113
(Fig. 5).
(7) Remove the tie rod heat shield.
Fig. 2 Steering Wheel Holder
1 ± STEERING WHEEL
2 ± STEERING WHEEL HOLDER
3 ± DRIVERS SEAT
Fig. 3 Steering Column Couplings
1 ± STEERING COLUMN UPPER COUPLING
2 ± PINCH BOLT
3 ± STEERING COLUMN LOWER COUPLING
4 ± BRAKE PEDAL
5 ± NUT
6 ± RETAINER PIN
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)