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"U" Joint Shaft: Reassembly

  1. Fit "U" joint to steering shaft. Align steering shaft notch with lower "U" joint slot. Install boot and damping grommet. Fit steering box to frame while guiding pinion shaft into lower "U" joint.
  2. Hand tighten steering box nuts. Place wheels in a straight-ahead position. Align pinion shaft and "U" joint. Tighten pinch bolt. Tighten gear box nuts. Connect gearshift linkage to gearbox. Check linkage for smooth operation.
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