Technician A says steering gear mounting bolts with five ribs on each bolt head may be replaced with bolts containing three ribs on each bolt head. Technician B says loose steering gear mounting bolts may cause steering wheel play. Who is correct?

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Loose steering gear mounting bolts can indeed cause steering wheel play, making Technician B correct. The specific rib count on bolt heads often indicates their strength or grade, and replacing bolts with ones of a different specification (like different rib counts) without manufacturer approval can be unsafe, making Technician A's statement incorrect.

Technician a Says Steering Gear Mounting Bolts with Five Ribs