Steering Damper: Service and Repair
STEERING DAMPER REPLACEMENTTOOLS REQUIRED
- J 24319-B Universal Steering Linkage Puller
- J 29193 Steering Linkage Installer (12 mm)
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle with safety stands. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the engine protection shield.
3. Remove the steering damper ball stud nut. Do not reuse the nut.
4. Remove the steering damper ball stud from the relay rod using the J 24319-B.
5. Remove the steering damper mounting bolt and the nut.
Do not reuse the bolt or nut.
6. Remove the steering damper from the vehicle.
7. Inspect the steering damper for leaks and damage.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the steering damper.
2. Install the new mounting bolt and a new prevailing torque nut.
3. Install the steering damper ball stud to the relay rod.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Install the J 29193.
Tighten the steering linkage installer in order to seat the ball stud in the relay rod.
Tighten
Tighten the steering linkage installer to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).
5. Remove the J 29193.
6. Install the prevailing torque nuts.
Tighten
- Tighten the mounting nut to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Tighten the ball stud nut to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
7. Install the engine protection shield.
8. Lower the vehicle.