2002 Jeep TJ (CANADA) L4-2.5LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

System Specifications

Tilt Steering Column Steering Wheel Nut 40 ft.lbs.
Tilt Steering Column Mounting Nuts 150 in.lbs.
Tilt Steering Column Coupler Bolt 36 ft.lbs.
Non-Tilt Steering Column Steering Wheel Nut 40 ft.lbs.
Non-Tilt Steering Column Mounting Nuts 150 in. lbs.
Non-Tilt Steering Column Coupler Bolt 36 ft. lbs.
Steering Gear Type Recirculating Ball
Steering Gear / Gear Ratio 15 to 13:1
Worm Shaft Bearing Preload 4 - 10 in.lbs
Pitman Shaft Over Center Drag
New Gear (Under 400 miles)		4 - 5 in. lbs. + Worm Shaft Preload
Pitman Shaft Over Center Drag
Used Gear (Over 400 miles)		4 - 5 in. lbs. + Worm Shaft Preload
Power Steering Gear Adjustment Cap Locknut 80 ft.lbs.
Power Steering Gear Adjustment Screw Locknut 36 ft.lbs.
Power Steering Gear Gear to Frame Bolts 70 ft.lbs.
Power Steering Gear Pitman Shaft Nut 185 ft.lbs.
Power Steering Gear Rack Piston Plug 75 ft.lbs.
Power Steering Gear Side Cover Bolts 44 ft.lbs.
Power Steering Gear Pressure Line 21 ft.lbs.
Power Steering Gear Return Line 21 ft.lbs.
Pitman Arm Shaft 185 ft.lbs.
Drag Link Ball Studs 55 ft.lbs.
Drag Link Clamp 36 ft.lbs.
Tie Rod Ends Ball Studs 55 ft.lbs.
Tie Rod Ends Clamp 20 ft.lbs.
Tie Rod Ball Stud 65 ft.lbs.
Steering Damper Frame 55 ft.lbs.
Steering Damper Drag Link 55 ft.lbs.
Power Steering Pump Bracket to Pump 21 ft.lbs.
Power Steering Pump Bracket to 4.0L Engine 42 ft.lbs.
Power Steering Pump Bracket to 2.5L Engine 35 ft.lbs.
Power Steering Pump Flow Control Valve 55 ft.lbs
Power Steering Pump Pressure Line 21 ft.lbs.
Factory Service Tools

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  • • 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.

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