Jeep J-10 Series 1982 Technical & Service Manual page 874

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STEERING COLUMNS

Fig. 2J-13 Wave Washer Position

Fig. 2J-14 Lock Rack and Lock Bolt Removal

(27) Remove column from vehicle, if necessary, and

mount column in vise using Support Fixture Tool J-

23074 (fig. 2J-5).

if not removed

Fig. 2J-15 Rack Preload Spring Removal/installation

Fig. 2J-16 Lock Sector Removal

(29) Remove spring clip from lower bearing retainer

and remove retainer, bearing, and adapter.

Column Assembly

CAUTION: Use only the specified screws, bolts, and

nuts when sen-icing the column and tighten all faste

ners to recommended torque values only to maintain the

energy-absorbing (compressing) action of the column.

Troubleshooting