Spicer Dana Spicer Steer Axles - Service Manaul - Manual (Page 22)

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Alignment / Adjustment
Steering Stop Adjustment
1. Check vehicle manufacturer’s manual to determine
correct steering stop angle.
2. Check steering angle with alignment turntable set.
3. If adjustment is required, loosen jam nut and turn
stop screw as necessary. See options A and B.
Option A:
Note: Options for E-1203I and E-1462I are as follows.
Option B:
4. After adjustment, tighten stop screw jam nut to:
• Option A: 90-120 lbs. ft. (122-163 N•m).
• Option B: 30-45 lbs. ft. (41-61 N•m)
Note: Refer to OEM vehicle specifications.
Note: Adjust power steering unit so that power
assist stops approximately 3° or 1/8" (3.175 mm
before touching the stop screws. Follow vehicle
manufacture recommendations when making
this adjustment.
Steering gear must be functioning properly or steering link-
age damage may occur. Poppet relief must be checked after
adjusting stop screw setting.
1 - Front of vehicle
2 - Steering knuckle
3 - Axle beam
4 - Steering stop adjustment (both ends of axle)
5 - Degree of steering angle
1 - Jam nut (90-120 lbs. ft. [122-163N•m])
2 - Stop screw
2
5
3
4
1
1
2
1 - Extension
2 - Jam nut (30-45 lbs. ft. [41-61 N•m]
3 - Stop screw
1 2 3
CAUTION