STEERING GEAR INSTALLATION

PROCEDURE

1. INSTALL TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

   1. 

      *a

      Matchmark

      Install the lock nut and tie rod end sub-assembly LH to the steering gear assembly until the matchmarks are aligned.

      Tip:

      After adjusting the toe-in, tighten the lock nut.

2. INSTALL TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

   Tip:

   Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

3. INSTALL STEERING LINK ASSEMBLY

   1. 

      Install the steering link assembly to the front suspension crossmember sub-assembly with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.

      78.5 N*m

      800 kgf*cm

      58 ft.*lbf

      Note:

      • Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Tighten the bolt with the nut secured.

      • Make sure to tighten the bolts starting from the right side of the vehicle.

4. INSTALL NO. 1 STEERING COLUMN HOLE COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY

   1. 

      Align the protrusion of the steering link assembly with the cutout of the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly, and install the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly to the steering link assembly.

      Note:

      Move the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly as shown in the illustration and check that it is securely installed.

5. INSTALL FRONT SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER SUB-ASSEMBLY

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6. CONNECT FRONT LOWER NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

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7. CONNECT FRONT LOWER NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

   Tip:

   Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

8. INSTALL FRONT STABILIZER BAR (for LH Side)

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9. INSTALL FRONT STABILIZER BAR (for RH Side)

   Tip:

   Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

10. CONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

    1. 

       Connect the tie rod end sub-assembly LH to the steering knuckle with the nut.

       33 N*m

       337 kgf*cm

       24 ft.*lbf

       Note:

       • Do not damage the ball joint dust cover.

       • Further tighten the nut up to 60° if the holes for the cotter pin are not aligned.

    2. Install a new cotter pin.

11. CONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

    Tip:

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

12. INSTALL FRONT EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY

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13. CONNECT NO. 1 STEERING COLUMN HOLE COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY

    1. 

       Install the clip (B) as shown in the illustration and engage the clip (A) to the vehicle body to connect the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly.

       

       *a

       Lip

       Note:

       Make sure that the lip of the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly is not damaged.

14. CONNECT NO. 2 STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY

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15. INSTALL STEERING COLUMN HOLE COVER PLATE

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16. INSTALL FRONT WHEELS

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17. STABILIZE SUSPENSION

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18. INSPECT AND ADJUST FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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