Repair Procedure

How to use this manual .

Fig 1: Steering Gearbox Replacement Components With Torque Specifications

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: Torque, Nm (lbfft)

: Replace

: Warning/Caution

: Inspection/Adjustment

*: Learning

■: SPL Tool

: Required Removal

1. A.-

   NOTE:  The tie-rod end can be removed without removing the steering gearbox.

   Key Information 

   Do the following before starting your work.

   Remove: 

   • Front Wheel

   Disconnect: 

   • Tie-Rod End Ball Joint

   After Installation 

   • Wheel Alignment Check
   • VSA Sensor Neutral Position Memorization - Refer to: VSA Modulator-Control Unit Update () or VSA Sensor Neutral Position Memorization ()
2. B.-

   Sub-Procedure 

   NOTICE:  

   Do not allow dust, dirt, or other foreign materials to enter the steering gearbox.

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   Installation 

   1. Apply the following grease to the contact surface of the boot.

   Lubricant Specifications 

   Position	Type
   a	Multipurpose Grease

   2. Fit the boot ends properly into the grooves.

   After Installation 

   • Wipe the grease off the threaded section of the rack end.
3. C.-

   Sub-Procedure 

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   Installation 

   Tool Details 

   Name
   a	Pincers 1098 (Oetiker) (Commercially Available) or Equivalent Tool

   Specifications 

   Specification
   b	2.0 mm (0.079 in)

   After Installation 

   • Slide the rack right and left to be certain that the boots are not deformed or twisted.
4. D.-

   Sub-Procedure 

   NOTICE:  

   • Do not allow dust, dirt, or other foreign materials to enter the steering gearbox.
   • Do not clamp the cylinder part of the gearbox housing in a C-clamp.
   • Be careful not to damage the mounting surface with a C-clamp.
   • Be careful not to damage the rack surface.

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   Removal/Installation 

   • Refer to the figure.

     NOTICE:  

     Hold the right side steering rack flat surfaces with a wrench when unscrewing left side rack end.

   Tool Details 

   Name
   a	C-clamp (Commercially Available) or Equivalent Tool

   After Installation 

   • Wipe the grease off the threaded section of the rack end.