Removal And Installation: Notes

WARNING: Before removing the steering gear, refer to DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE & CLOCKSPRING . Center the front wheels. Failure to do so may damage the SRS clock spring and render the SRS system inoperative, risking serious injury.

CAUTION:

1: Indicates parts which should be temporarily tightened, and then fully tightened after placing the vehicle horizontally and loading the full weight of the engine on the vehicle body.
2: Indicates parts which should be temporarily tightened, and then fully tightened with the vehicle on the ground in the unladen condition.
During maintenance, take care not to contact the parts or tools to the caliper because the paint of caliper will be scratched. And if there is brake fluid on the caliper, wipe out quickly.

Fig 1: Power Steering Gear Box, Linkage Pre-Removal And Post-Installation Operation Chart

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Fig 2: Power Steering Gear Box, Linkage Replacement Components With Torque Specifications

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Required Special Tool:

MB991897: Ball Joint Remover