Steering Gear

SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum Movement Of Gear Housing: ±2 mm (±0.08 inch)
Pinion Gear Preload [2]:
Within ±100° From The Neutral Position:
Average Rotating Torque: 0.3 - 1.3 Nm (2.6 - 11.3 inch lbs.)
Maximum Torque Deviation: 0.6 Nm (5.2 inch lbs.)
Except For Above Measuring Range:
Maximum Rotating Torque: 1.9 Nm (16 inch lbs.)
Maximum Force Deviation: 0.6 Nm (5.2 inch lbs.)
Rack Sliding Force [1]:
Average: 108 - 245 N (24 - 55 lbs.)
Maximum: 294 N (66 lbs.)
Rack Stroke: 65 mm (2.56 inch)
Steering Gear Ratio: 17.5
Turns Of Steering Wheel (Lock To Lock): 3.02

[1]: Under normal operating oil pressure.
[2]: Without gear fluid.

TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
Mounting Clamps/Bolts: 73 - 97 Nm (54 - 72 ft. lbs.)