Special Tools

GE-49210 Yoke Adjusting Tool

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Ensure the steering wheel and the front wheels are in the straight ahead position.
3. Remove the steering gear. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement.



4. Loosen the locknut (1).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.




5. Use the GE-49210 Tool in order to tighten the yoke plug (2) to 5 N·m (44 lb in).
6. Loosen the yoke plug by 45 degrees.



7. Hold the yoke plug stationary and tighten the locknut (1) to 44 N·m (32 lb ft).
8. Install the steering gear. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement.
9. Drive the vehicle and ensure the steering system returns to the straight ahead position.