Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Steering Gear Protection Shield

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Install the steering gear protection shield to the steering gear.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the steering gear protection shield retaining bolts (3) to the steering gear.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 180 N.m (132 lb ft).
Lower the vehicle.
Perform a four wheel alignment. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment (w/Rear Wheel Steering) or Measuring Wheel Alignment (w/o Rear Wheel Steering) in Wheel Alignment.