Removal and Installation

STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION





1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
3. After installation, inspect the toe-in.

Tie-rod End Ball Joint Removal Note
1. Remove the tie rod nut.





2. Separate the tie-rod end from the steering knuckle by using the SSTs.

No.1 Engine Mount Component Removal Note

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the body, insert a rag into the gap between the fender and body, when installing the SST.





1. Set the SSTs as shown in the figure.
2. Remove the engine mount.

Steering Gear And Linkage Removal Note
- Remove the steering gear and linkage by pulling it from the right side.

Mounting Bracket Nut And Bolt Installation Note





1. Loosely tighten nuts 4 and 3.
2. Tighten the mounting bracket nuts and bolts to the specified torque in the order shown.

Bolt (Intermediate Shaft) Installation Note





- Align the marks and install the intermediate shaft and bolt.

Pressure Pipe Installation Note
1. Hand-tighten the pressure pipe fitting to the gear housing, being careful not to damage the O-ring.
2. Hand-tighten bolt A.
3. Tighten bolt B to the specified torque.

Tightening torque: 7.9 - 10.7 Nm {80 - 110 kgf.cm, 70 - 95 inch lbs.}





4. Tighten bolt A and the pressure pipe fitting to the specified torque.