Power Steering, Removing And Installing: Installing

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Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

-- Bleed steering system. Refer to POWER STEERING SYSTEM, BLEEDING .

-- Check the steering system for leaks. Refer to STEERING SYSTEM, CHECKING FOR LEAKS .

-- Check the hydraulic fluid level and fill if necessary. Refer to POWER STEERING, CHECKING FLUID LEVEL .

-- Install wheels and tighten. Refer to WHEEL BOLT TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS .

-- After installation, a vehicle alignment must be performed. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT

-- Perform basic setting for Steering Angle Sensor -G85-.

Use the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

Body

Electrical System

01_OBD-capable systems

16 Steering column electronics control module J527

16 Steering column electronics control module functions

16 Steering column electronics control module basic setting

Follow the instructions on the screen to perform the basic setting.

Tightening Specification

Component	Tightening specification
Union screw, pressure/return line to the steering gear	32 Nm
Universal joint to steering gear Use a new bolt	20 Nm + 90°
Heat shield to right steering gear (if present)	9 Nm
Heat shield to steering gear/universal joint	9 Nm
Tie rod to steering knuckle Use new nut	90 Nm
Tie rod to steering gear	100 Nm
Steering gear to subframe Always use new nuts and bolts.	90 Nm + 90°
Hydraulic line brackets to steering gear	9 Nm