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System Specifications

General Specifications
Steering wheel turning effort 30 N (6.75 lb) max.

Steering Gear
Type Rack and pinion
Maximum steering gear lateral movement 1.5 mm (0.05 inch)
Tie rod articulation 1.7 N-11.3 N (0.4-2.5 lb)

Power Steering Purge Vacuum
Vacuum 68-85 kPa (20-25 in/hg)

Steering Pump
Free flow rate - 74°-80°C (165°-175°F) and engine set at idle; 6-8.25 liters/minute (1.79-2.19 gpm)
Backpressure @ 74°-80°C (165°-175°F) and engine set at idle (With gate valve open); 60 psi
Minimum flow rate - 74°-80°C (165°-175°F) and 5171 kPa (750 psi); 4.4 liters/minute (1-15 gpm)
Relief pressure 8,964-10,205 kPa (1,300-1,480 psi)