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3.6L 4x2

CAUTION:

The Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) is centered to the vehicles steering system. Failure to keep the system and steering column module centered and locked/inhibited from rotating can result in SCCM damage.

Fig 1: Steering Gear & Knuckle/Rotor Assembly
GC0146172Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  1. Lift and rotate the steering gear (1) as necessary to install from behind the knuckle/rotor assembly (2) of the RH wheel area.
    Fig 2: Steering Gear Retaining Nuts/Bolts
    GC0146169Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  2. Rotate the steering gear (1) into position, install the steering gear retaining nuts/bolts (2) and tighten to 244 N.m (180 ft. lbs.).
  3. Install the outer tie rod ends. Refer to END, TIE ROD, INSTALLATION .
  4. Install the RH shock. Refer to SHOCK ABSORBER, SUSPENSION, INSTALLATION .
    Fig 3: Pressure Line, Return Line & Gear
    GC0145982Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  5. Connect the pressure line (1), and the return line (2) at the gear (3) and tighten to 28 N.m (21 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 4: Coupler, Pinch Bolt & Steering Shaft
    GC0146173Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
    CAUTION:

    The steering gear must be centered prior to installing the coupler to prevent clockspring damage.

  6. Connect the steering shaft coupler (1) to the steering shaft (3), install a new  coupler pinch bolt (2) and tighten to 49 N.m (36 ft. lbs.).
  7. Install the front skid plate. Refer to PLATE, SKID, FRONT, INSTALLATION .
  8. Install the wheels and tires. Refer to WHEELS, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  9. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
  10. Remove the steering wheel lock.
  11. Fill the power steering pump. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  12. Set the toe. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
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