Power Steering System - GMC 1982 Light Duty Truck Service Manual

POWER STEERING SYSTEM

procedure of components in this portion of the manual as indicated at
appropriate locations by the terminology "See Notice on page 1 of this
Section ".
affect the performance of vital components and systems, and/or could result
in major repair expense. It must be replaced with one of the same part
number or with an equivalent part if replacement becomes necessary. Do not
use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values
must be used as specified during reassembly to assure proper retention of this
part.
General Description...................
Diagnosis.......................................
Maintenance and Adjustments
On-Vehicle Service.....................
Power Steering Gear
Power Steering Pump
Power Steering Hoses
Specifications..................
Special Tools....................
Unit R epair.................
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The steering gear is of the recirculating ball type. This
gear provides for ease of handling by transmitting forces
from the wormshaft to the pitman shaft through the use of
ball bearings.
SECTION 3B3
The following notice applies to one or more steps in the assembly
NOTICE: This fastener is an important attaching part in that it could
CONTENTS
POWER STEERING SYSTEM
3B3-1
3B3-2
3B3-10
3B3-12
3B3-12
3B3-13
3B3-15
3B3-15
3B3-15
3B3-19
Fig. 3B3-1 --Power Steering System
3B3-1
HOSES