STEERING GEAR INSPECTION

PROCEDURE


  1. INSPECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01KC9B

      Secure the tie rod end between aluminum plates in a vise.

      Note

      Do not overtighten the vise.

    2. Install the nut to the stud bolt.

    3. Flip the ball joint back and forth 5 times.

    4. Set a torque wrench on the nut, turn the ball joint continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn, and check the turning torque on the 5th turn.

      Standard turning torque
      0.98 to 3.92 N*m (10.0 to 39.9 kgf*cm, 8.68 to 34.6 in.*lbf)

      If the turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the tie rod end sub-assembly LH with a new one.

  2. INSPECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure described for the LH side.

  3. INSPECT TOTAL PRELOAD


    1. Inspect the total pleload in a no-load condition by removing the tie rod end sub-assemblies RH and LH, and steering rack boots.

    2. A01KBS2N01

      Install SST to the pinion shaft and turn it left and right 5 times or more.

      SST
      09616-00011

    3. Using a torque wrench and SST, turn the pinion shaft continuously at a rate of 4 to 6 seconds per turn to inspect the total preload of the steering gear assembly.

      Note

      Perform the inspection with the steering rack centered.

      Total preload
      0.4 to 2.0 N*m (5 to 20 kgf*cm, 4 to 17 in.*lbf)

      If the total preload is not within the specified range, replace the steering gear assembly with a new one.