Section 9A · Pages 380–420 (41 pages)

Power Steering Gear

From the 1962 Pontiac Chassis Service Manual

Year
1962
Models
Catalina (23), Star Chief (26), Bonneville (28), Grand Prix (29), Safari wagons
Publication
S-6204
Pages
592

The integral power steering gear: design, operating pressures and oil flow in straight ahead, right turn and left turn positions. It covers checking adjustment on the car, pitman shaft seal removal, gear removal, disassembly of rotary valve, rack-piston and adjuster plug, assembly and diagnosis.

What this section covers

  • Operating pressures
  • Oil flow in each position
  • Gear adjustment check
  • Pitman shaft seals
  • Rotary valve and worm shaft
  • Trouble diagnosis