Steering Gear Overhaul: Reassembly

To reassemble, reverse disassembly procedure and note the following: To adjust sector shaft, determine center of worm shaft movement by halving the total number of turns. Turn back worm shaft one complete turn to left. With a suitable torque wrench attached to worm shaft, turn shaft clockwise through the center point and observe torque reading. Torque required should be 8.7-10.4 INCH lbs. (10-12 cmkg). Loosen lock nut and turn adjusting screw until correct torque is obtained as center point is passed. Tighten lock nut and recheck adjustment.

To reassemble, reverse disassembly procedure.

Fig 1: Power Steering Gear (Neutral Position)

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Fig 2: Pump Valve Piston

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Fig 3: Restrictor Insert Location

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