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Originally Posted by Jwawhite
Kultulz, I'm unable to do more diagnosing but this is what I've noticed: the steering box does not have play in it. However the steering Arm connected to the control valve does. Engine off, car on lift, person in car turning steering wheel, I notice the Stud movement as the steering wheel is turned left and right. 3/16"? each side. This is the grease area of the control valve. In the diagram this area has a spring washers, etc. I wonder if these items need replacement or if the internal shaft needs tightening. I have OEM rebuilding kits for both sides of Control Valve. But what a job it is to remove the Assy and rebuild it. Time is accounted for with the move.
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I've not looked for it but I believe there is an adjustment procedure in the Shop Manual. If you've already commented about it I missed it and apologize.
It's my understanding that some amount of movement at the stud to valve connection is normal due to the design of the 'assisted' power steering. Having the engine off may exaggerate the amount of play???