Removal and Installation

EXC. 1980---82 E-100---350
1. Disconnect pressure and return lines from gear. Plug open lines and fittings to prevent contamination.
2. Disconnect brake line bracket attached to gear, if necessary.
3. Remove splash shield, if equipped, from flex coupling, then disconnect flex coupling from steering gear.
4. Raise and support vehicle.
5. Remove pitman arm attaching nut and washer.
6. Remove pitman arm from sector shaft using tool No. T64P-3590-F or equivalent.
7. Support steering gear, then remove attaching bolts and lower gear from vehicle. On models equipped with manual transmission, it may be necessary to remove clutch release lever retracting spring to provide clearance for gear removal.