STEERING LINKAGE REMOVAL

PROCEDURE

1. PRECAUTION

   Note

   After turning the engine switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal notices before proceeding with work.

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2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

   Note

   When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.

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3. ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

4. SECURE STEERING WHEEL

   
   

   1. 

      Secure the steering wheel with the seat belt in order to prevent rotation.

      Tech Tips

      This operation is useful to prevent damage to the spiral cable.

5. REMOVE FRONT WHEELS

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6. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER ASSEMBLY

   for 2GR-FSE:

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   for 8AR-FTS:

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7. REMOVE REAR ENGINE UNDER COVER LH

   for 2GR-FSE:

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   for 8AR-FTS:

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8. REMOVE REAR ENGINE UNDER COVER RH

   Tech Tips

   Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

9. REMOVE FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER BRACE

   for 2GR-FSE:

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   for 8AR-FTS:

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10. REMOVE NO. 2 ENGINE UNDER COVER (w/ No.2 Engine Under Cover)

    for 2GR-FSE:

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    for 8AR-FTS:

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11. REMOVE SUSPENSION TOWER DAMPER

    w/ Performance Damper:

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12. REMOVE FRONT UPPER NO. 2 SUSPENSION MEMBER

    for 2GR-FSE:

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    for 8AR-FTS:

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13. REMOVE FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION MEMBER PROTECTOR

    for 2GR-FSE:

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    for 8AR-FTS:

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14. SEPARATE STEERING SLIDING WITH SHAFT YOKE SUB-ASSEMBLY

    
    

    1. 

       Loosen the bolt (A).

       Note

       Do not remove the bolt (A).

    2. Remove the bolt (B).

    3. 

       *a

       Matchmark

       Slide the steering sliding with shaft yoke sub-assembly and put matchmarks on the steering sliding with shaft yoke sub-assembly and the power steering link assembly.

    4. Separate the steering sliding with shaft yoke sub-assembly from the power steering link assembly.

15. SEPARATE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY LH

    
    

    1. Remove the clip and nut.

    2. Install 2 spacers (SST spacer B) to the tie rod assembly LH as shown in the illustration.

       

       *a	Center Nut	*b	SST (Spacer B)
       *c	1 mm (0.0394 in.)	*d	Molybdenum grease application area
       *e	String	*f	Place wrench here

       SST

       09960-20010   ( 09961-02060 )

       Note

       Make sure that the clearance between the tie rod assembly LH and spacers (SST spacer B) is 1 mm (0.0394 in.) or more to prevent damage to SST.

    3. Using SST, separate the tie rod assembly LH from the front lower ball joint assembly.

       SST

       09960-20010   ( 09961-02010 )

       CAUTION:

       Apply molybdenum grease to the bolt threads and the tip of SST.

       Note

       
       

       • Be sure to tighten the string firmly to secure SST to the steering knuckle to prevent SST from falling off.

       • Install SST so that (A) and (B) shown in the illustration are parallel. Otherwise, the ball joint dust cover may be damaged.

       • Be sure to place the wrench on the part shown in the illustration.

       • Do not damage the ball joint dust cover.

       • Do not damage the steering knuckle.

       • Do not damage the front disc brake dust cover.

16. SEPARATE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

17. REMOVE POWER STEERING LINK ASSEMBLY

    
    

    1. 

       Disconnect the 2 wire harness clamps and 3 connectors, and then disconnect the wire harness from the power steering link assembly.

       Tech Tips

       Pull up the lock and release the lock lever to disconnect the connector which uses a lock.

    2. 

       Remove the 2 bolts, No. 1 steering rack housing bracket, 2 nuts, and power steering link assembly from the front suspension crossmember sub-assembly.