Steering Gear And Linkage Disassembly: Notes

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CAUTION:

Place copper plates, rag, or similar material in a vise, when securing the mounting bracket portion of the steering gear.

Disassemble in the order indicated in Fig 1.

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Steering Gear & Linkage
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