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2.
Raise the front tires until they clear the surface.
3.
Place the transmission in neutral. Start the engine and allow it to run at idle speed.
4.
Turn the steering wheel to a full left turn. Apply pressure at the steering wheel in the full lock position to
set the plunger assembly.
NOTE:
As you reach the end of travel, you will feel the steering gear piston contact the plunger.
Continue turning against the axle stop to set the relief plunger.
5.
Turn the steering wheel to a full right turn. Apply pressure on the steering wheel in the full lock position
to set the plunger assembly.
6.
Return the wheels to straight ahead.
7.
Lower the vehicle and remove the jack.
8.
Verify the proper setting of the automatic relief plungers. With the engine running and the full weight of
the vehicle on the front tires, turn the wheels to a full turn in each direction. When properly set, there will
be approximately 1/8" to 3/16" gap at the axle stop.
9.
Stop the engine. The automatic relief plungers are now set.
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