Jeep Cherokee (XJ): Power steering gear

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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 ...

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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 ...