Steering Shaft: Installation

To install, reverse removal procedure and note: From chassis number 212-2038-133 there are 2 pitman arm alignment marks. Make sure the "L" (left-hand drive) mark in pitman arm aligns with index mark cast in steering gear shaft.

Fig 1: Pitman Arm and Steering Gear Shaft Alignment Marks

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Fig 2: Type 2 Steering Column and Bracket Assembly

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TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS

Application	Ft.Lbs. (mkg)
Steering Wheel Nut	36 (5.0)
Flexible Coupling-to-Flange	11 (1.52)
Column Cover Plate	.3.5 (.48)
Bracket Attaching Bolts	10-11 (1.38-1.52)
Coupling, Flange-to-Worm Shaft	14 (1.94)