Then thread the power*steering*lines back under the other lines and thread them into the*steering*pump housing.



Reinstall the the tie rods and retaining nuts. Then remove the centering tool from the box and*install*the drain plug with new washer. If you removed the driver's wheel, reinstall now and don't forget to retorque the lug bolts again once the wheel is on the ground.

Go ahead and make sure all lines, bolts and most importantly, the drain plug are sufficiently torqued before filling the system with fluid.

Fill the pump reservoir with fluid, almost to the brim (if your engine has the shakes don't or it will spill). I use both Power Steering Fluid and Transmission fluid (Dex/Merc). I've used both in the past on number of vehicles, and while I use Transmission fluid on my on vehicles I don't see any problem with either.


This next part requires two people. You need someone to steer from opposite lock to opposite lock (all the way left to all the way right) at a medium, steady pace. Continue supply the pump with fluid until the bubbles stop, DO NOT LET IT RUN DRY. There is a “Fill To” line in the reservoir (you'll see it). Cap the reservoir and you're done.



Depending where you sourced your box you may need to make a finite adjustment to the steering after you've taken a test drive.


Steering Play Adjustment


This can be done with the box installed.

With a 17mm combination wrench, gently loosen the steering adjustment jam nut. Use a 6mm allen key to back out the adjustment screw a quarter of a turn at a time. Tighten the jam nut when at desired position. Repeat until desired "tightness" is attained.

CAUTION. Over tightening the box can result in a dangerous condition where the steering box might not be able to turn. DO NOT OVER ADJUST THE BOX.