Description - 4500 & 5500 - Link/Coil

DESCRIPTION - 4500 & 5500

The 4500 & 5500 steering gears have poppet valves internally that need to be set only after the linkage is attached failure to follow the procedure when installing a NEW steering gear may result in potential heat build up and damage to the steering system.

NOTE: Care is to be taken to assure the steering gear does not travel more than 25 degrees off center, at the output shaft in either direction, prior to setting of the poppet valves. This is critical during the installation of the pitman arm. Failure to do this will result in the improper setting of the poppet valves. If set improperly the gear will not go into relief bypass and there is potential for heat build up and damage to the steering system. Once set, the poppet valves can not be reset.