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Steering Gear

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum Radial Play 0.008 inch (0.2 mm)
Sector Shaft Maximum Clearance 0-0.002 inch (0-0.05 mm)
Gear Ratio 15.2:1

TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
Intermediate Shaft:
To Steering Gear Shaft Set Bolt 25 ft. lbs. (34 Nm)
Steering Gear Undercover Bolts 18 ft. lbs. (25 Nm)
Gear Cover Bolts 25 ft. lbs. (34 Nm)
Worm Shaft Breakaway Torque 65 ft. lbs. (88 Nm)