Rack Bearing Preload
- Raise and support vehicle. Turn front wheels to straight-ahead position. Loosen steering gear adjuster plug lock nut. Refer to Fig 1
. Turn adjuster plug clockwise until it bottoms in housing, and then tighten plug to 106 INCH lbs. (12 N.m). Back off adjuster plug 50-70 degrees (about one flat).
- While holding adjuster plug stationary, tighten lock nut to 52 ft. lbs. (70 N.m). Test drive vehicle, ensuring steering wheel returns to center after turning.
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