Disassembly and Assembly: Disassembly

CAUTION:

Parts which can be disassembled are strictly limited. Never disassemble parts other than those specified.
Disassemble in as clean a place as possible.
Clean your hands before disassembly.
Do not use rags; use nylon cloths or paper towels.
Refer to PRECAUTIONS FOR STEERING SYSTEM .
When disassembling and reassembling, do not let foreign matter enter or contact the parts.

Remove snap ring, then press the drive shaft out.
CAUTION: Be careful not to drop drive shaft.

Fig 1: Removing Drive Shaft
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Remove oil seal using suitable tool.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage front housing.

Fig 2: Removing Oil Seal Using Screwdriver
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Remove connector and flow control valve with spring.
CAUTION: Be careful not to drop flow control valve.

NOTE: Do not disassemble flow control valve.

Fig 3: Removing Connector & Flow Control Valve With Spring
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