Strg Gear Pitman Shaft & Housing Cover Replacement (700 Gear)

DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE





1. Loosen and remove the adjuster lock nut (1).
2. Remove the bolts (2).
3. Rotate the stub shaft (6) using a 12-point socket to center the steering gear (7).
4. Remove the following items as an assembly:
- The side cover (8)
- The gasket (3)
- The pitman shaft (4)
5. Remove the pitman shaft (4) from the side cover (8).


ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE





1. Screw the pitman shaft (4) to the side cover (8) until it fully seats to the side cover (8).
2. Install the adjuster lock nut (1). Do not tighten the adjuster lock nut (1) until the pitman shaft adjustment is completed.
3. Install the gasket (3) to the side cover (8).
4. Bend the gasket tabs around the edges of the side cover (8).
5. Install the pitman shaft assembly (4) and the side cover (8) to the steering gear housing (7).
6. Install the bolts (2).

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

- Tighten the bolts (2) to 60 Nm (45 ft. lbs.).

7. Refer to Pitman Shaft Over-Center Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle under Steering Gear Adjustments to adjust the pitman shaft (4).