Jeep Cherokee (XJ): Power steering gear
Jeep Cherokee (XJ) 1984 - 2001 Service Manual > Steering > Power steering gear
- Description and operation. Diagnosis and testing. Removal and installation
- Disassembly and assembly
- Adjustments
- Specifications. Special tools
Description and operation
Power steering pump
DESCRIPTION
Hydraulic pressure for the power steering system
is provided by a belt driven power steering pump
(Fig. 1). The pump shaft has a pressed-on ...
Description and operation. Diagnosis and testing. Removal and installation
Description and operation
POWER STEERING GEAR
DESCRIPTION
The power steering gear is a recirculating ball type
gear with a 14:1 ratio.
OPERATION
The gear acts as a rolling thread between the
wor ...
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Gear contact pattern analysis
The ring gear and pinion teeth contact patterns
will show if the pinion depth is correct in the axle
housing. It will also show if the ring gear backlash
has been adjusted correctly. The backlash can be
adjusted within specifications to achieve desired
tooth contact patterns.
(1) Apply a thi ...