Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
OVERCENTER Position
Disconnect pitman arm from sector shaft. Disconnect fluid return line at pump reservoir, and cap reservoir return line pipe. Place end of return line in clean container and cycle steering wheel in both directions several times to discharge all fluid from steering gearbox. Remove horn button from steering wheel, and turn steering wheel until positioned 45° from left steering stop. Using an INCH-lb. torque wrench on steering wheel attaching nut, measure force required to turn steering shaft 1/8 turn from 45° position. Turn steering wheel back to center position, and measure force required to move steering shaft back and forth across center position. Loosen lock nut and turn adjusting screw until reading across center position is 11-12 INCH lbs. greater than reading across 45° position. Tighten lock nut while holding adjusting screw in place.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.