Steering Gear: Specifications
OPERATIONAL SPECIFICATIONSType XR50 (QSC) Recirculating Ball
Ratio 17:1
Turns (Stop-to-Stop) 4.0
Meshload Rotating Torque @ Steering Wheel 2 Nm (18 inch lbs.)
Min. Meshload Rotating Torque @ Steering Wheel 1 Nm (13 inch lbs.)
Max. Worm Bearing Preload (Inspection Only) 0.9 Nm (8 inch lbs.)
Total Meshload Over Worm Bearing Preload
Over Ends (Inspection Only) 0.45-1 Nm (4-9 inch lbs.)
Worm To Piston Preload (Inspection Only) 0.11-0.34 Nm (1-3 inch lbs.)
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Meshload Adjuster Lock Nut 27-34 Nm (20-26 ft. lbs.)
Valve Housing To Gear Bolts 48-67 Nm (36-50 ft. lbs.)
Valve Housing Bolt 40-60 Nm (30-45 ft. lbs.)
Race Retaining Nut 75-122 Nm (56-90 ft. lbs.)
Steering Gear Ball Return Guide Clamp Bolts 5-7 Nm (45-62 inch lbs.)
Steering Gear Race Lock Nut 1.7-2.8 Nm (15-25 inch lbs.)
Steering Gear Bolts 60 Nm (45 ft. lbs.)