Steering Damper: Service and Repair

Steering Damper Replacement

^ Tools Required
- J 24319-B Universal Steering Linkage Puller
- J 29193 Steering Linkage Installer-12 mm

Removal Procedure





1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle with safety stands. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the engine protection shield, if equipped.

3. Important: Do not reuse the nut.

Remove the steering damper (2) ball stud nut (1).





4. Remove the steering damper ball stud from the relay rod using the J 24319-B .





5. Important: Do not reuse the nut.

Remove the steering damper mounting bolt (5) and the nut (6).
6. Remove the steering damper (4) from the vehicle.
7. Inspect the following parts:
^ The steering damper for leaks and damage
^ The mounting bolts and the nuts for damage or corrosion

Installation Procedure





1. Install the steering damper (4).
2. Install the mounting bolt (5) and a new prevailing torque nut (6).
3. Install the steering damper ball stud (2) to the relay rod (3).





4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Install the J 29193 .
5. Tighten the steering linkage installer in order to seat the ball stud in the relay rod.
^ Tighten the installer to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
6. Remove the J 29193 .
7. Install the prevailing torque nuts.
^ Tighten the steering damper mounting nut to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
^ Tighten the ball stud nut to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the engine protection shield, if equipped.
9. Lower the vehicle.