Power Steering Gear And Linkage: Disassembly
- Prior to disassembling, measure pinion rotating torque using Tools.
- Tool numbers: KV48101100 (J26364)
- Within +/-100° from the neutral position
- Average rotating torque: 0.6 - 2.0 N.m (7 - 20 kg-cm, 6 - 17 in-lb)
- Maximum torque deviation: 0.5 N.m (7 kg-cm, 5.8 in-lb)
- Except for above measuring range
- Maximum rotating torque: 1.9 N.m (19 kg-cm, 17 in-lb)
- Maximum torque deviation: 0.65 N.m (7 kg-cm, 6 in-lb)
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- If pinion rotating torque is not within the specifications, replace steering gear assembly.
- Before measuring, disconnect gear housing tube and drain fluid.
- Use soft jaws when holding steering gear housing. Handle gear housing carefully, as it is made of aluminum. Do not grip cylinder in a vise.
- Remove tie-rod outer sockets and dust boots.
- Remove tie-rod inner sockets.