This is for 1994. Maybe the same? http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=498155
Steering gear remove and replacement 1997 Ford Thunder Bird LX
Steering boxes can be tricky to adjust. Takeit to a garage or dealer.
Yes, there is a steering gear that can be called a gear box.Yes, there is a steering gear that can be called a gear box.
You should NEVER have to adjust a new gear box. You have other front end problems that are worn out.
80w90
Your input shaft bearing is going bad, it will get worse if not replaced
If the gearbox is causing freeplay in the steering wheel, then the gearbox needs to be replaced.
NoNo
the steering gear box is usually the culprit, and it is adjustable. first, make sure the front end is tight. check the ball joints, tie rod ends, pitman arm. if all is tight, adjust the gear box.
Should be a removable panel under steering column. where adjusting screw is located Place gear shift in neutral to adjust
At the steering pump. There are 4 bolts to loosen, if I remember correctly. Then one at the bottom near the steering gear to adjust the tension.
The high preasure goes from the pump to the gear and the return goes from the gear to the pump resirvoir.