Dodge Sprinter. Manual - part 256
torque to 45 N·m (33 ft. lbs.) and a final additional
90° turn for final torque.
(3) Install the universal joint to the steering gear
(Fig. 2). Tighten to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.).
(4) Install both the power steering hoses to the
steering gear (Fig. 2). Tighten the high pressure hose
to 37 N·m (27 ft. lbs.).
(5) Install the spring clamp plates (Refer to 2 -
SUSPENSION/FRONT/SPRING CLAMP PLATES -
INSTALLATION).
(6) Install the left outer tie rod end to the steering
gear.
(7) Install both the outer tie rod ends to the steer-
ing knuckle (Fig. 2). Tighten to 130 N·m (96 ft. lbs.).
(8) Install the upper stabilizer bar link to the sta-
bilizer bar.
(9) Install the front wheels.
(10) Fill and bleed the power steering system
(Refer to 19 - STEERING/PUMP/FLUID - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE).
(11) Reset toe adjustment.
(12) Check steering system for leaks.
SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE CHART
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION
N·m
Ft. Lbs.
In. Lbs.
U-Joint To Steering Gear
24
18
212
High Pressure Hose To
Steering Gear
37
27
328
Return Line To Steering
Gear
37
27
328
Steering Gear To Frame
Initial Torque
25
18
221
Steering Gear To Frame
Second Torque
Then additional 90° turn
45
33
398
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GEAR
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