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4WD - 2.8L Or 3.7L

Fig 1: Steering Gear & Gear Mounting Bolts
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  1. Transfer the tie rod ends to the new steering gear (if needed).
  2. Install the steering gear (1) to the vehicle.
  3. Install the gear mounting bolts (2) to the front cradle and tighten to 176 N.m (130 ft.lbs.).
    Fig 2: Power Steering Lines & Gear
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  4. Install the power steering lines (1, 2) to the gear (3) and tighten the tube nuts to 27 N.m (20 ft.lbs.).
  5. Install the oil filter trough and filter.
  6. Install the axle mounting bracket.
  7. Install the left lower control arm into position and install the cam/bolt.
  8. Install the tie rod end to the knuckle and tighten the nuts to 41 N.m (30 ft. lbs.), plus an additional 90° turn.
  9. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to WHEELS, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  10. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
    Fig 3: Lower Intermediate Shaft Coupler Pinch Bolt & Coupler
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  11. Install the lower coupler pinch bolt (1), slide the coupler on to the gear and tighten the pinch bolt to 53 N.m (39 ft.lbs.).
    Fig 4: Battery Tray, Power Center & Battery
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  12. Install the battery tray (1). Refer to TRAY, BATTERY, INSTALLATION .
  13. Install the battery. Refer to BATTERY, INSTALLATION .
  14. Reinstall the power center back into place.
  15. Reconnect the battery cables (3).
  16. Unlock the steering wheel.
  17. Fill the power steering fluid. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  18. Perform a wheel alignment. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
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