Dodge RAM TRUCK 1500 1995 Service Manual page 1267

19 - 24 STEERING
(4) Place the torque wrench in the vertical position
on the stub shaft. Rotate wrench 45 degrees each
side of center and record the highest rotational
torque on center (Fig. 10).
Fig. 10 Checking Over-center Rotation Torque
(5) Turn the adjuster in until torque to turn stub
shaft is 0.6 to 1.2 N-m (6.0 to 10.0 in. lbs.) more than
reading in Step 4.
(6) Prevent the adjuster screw from turning while
tightening adjuster lock nut. Tighten the adjuster
lock nut to 58 N-m (43 ft. lbs.).
GEAR DISASSEMBLY INFORMATION
CAUTION: Cleanliness is extremely important when
repairing a power steering gear. Keep the bench,
tools and components clean at all times. Thor­
oughly clean the exterior of the gear with cleaning
solvent before disassembly. Drain as much of the
fluid as possible. Use protective vise jaws at all
times when clamping components. During assem­
bly, lubricate all components with power steering
fluid except when instructed otherwise (Fig. 11).