Disassembly and Assembly

Disassembly





1. Prior to disassembling, measure pinion rotating torque.
Within ±100° from the neutral position
Average rotating torque: 0.6 - 1.79 Nm (7 - 18 kg-cm, 6 - 15 inch lbs.)
Maximum torque deviation: 0.6 Nm (6 kg-cm, 5.2 inch lbs.)
Except for above measuring range
Maximum rotating torque: 1.9 Nm (19 kg-cm, 17 inch lbs.)
Maximum torque deviation: 0.65 Nm (7 kg-cm, 6 inch lbs.)
^ 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.

2. Remove tie-rod outer sockets and boots.
3. Remove tie-rod inner sockets.

Inspection
Thoroughly clean all parts in cleaning solvent or Genuine DEXRON(R) III or equivalent. Blow dry with compressed air, if available.

BOOT
^ Check condition of boot. If cracked excessively, replace it.
^ Check boots for accumulation of power steering fluid.

TIE-ROD OUTER AND INNER SOCKETS





^ Check outer and inner ball joints for swinging force "A" and axial end play "C".

^ Check outer ball joint for rotating torque "B".
^ Check condition of dust cover. If excessively cracked, replace outer tie-rod.

Assembly
1. Install tie-rod inner sockets, dust boots and outer sockets.
Apply locking sealant to inner socket threads.





2. Tighten outer socket lock.
Tie-rod length "L"





3. Measure rack stroke.
Rack stroke "S".





4. Before installing boot, coat the contact surfaces between boot and tie-rod with grease.





5. Install boot clamps.
^ Install large boot clamp using suitable tool and crimp securely.
^ Install small boot clamp as shown.