Steering: Service Precautions

WHEELS AND TIRES REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
The removal and installation procedures for the wheels and tires are not mentioned. When a wheel is removed, tighten it to 89 - 127 Nm (66 - 94 ft. lbs.).

SUSPENSION LINKS REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
Tighten any part of the suspension that uses rubber bushings only after the vehicle has been lowered and unloaded*.

*Unloaded: Fuel tank full; engine coolant and engine oil at specified levels; spare tire, jack, and tools in designated position.

POWER STEERING COMPONENTS
If any power steering fluid line has been disconnected anytime during the procedure add ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron (R) II, bleed the fluid line(s), and inspect for leakage after the procedure has been completed.