STEERING GEAR INSPECTION


  1. INSPECT TIE ROD ASSEMBLY


    1. A01G9NT

      Secure the tie rod assembly 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 to 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
      1.0 to 3.9 N*m (10 to 39 kgf*cm, 9 to 34 in.*lbf)

      Tech Tips

      If the turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the tie rod assembly.

  2. INSPECT TOTAL PRELOAD

    Note

    Inspect the total preload in a no-load condition by removing the tie rod assembly RH and LH, and steering rack boots.


    1. A01G4VEE01

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

      SST
      09616-00020

    2. Set a torque wrench to SST and 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.

      Standard preload
      0.7 to 1.2 N*m (7 to 12 kgf*cm, 6 to 10 in.*lbf)

      Note

      Inspect the total preload around the steering rack center position.

      Tech Tips

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