STEERING GEAR INSPECTION


  1. INSPECT TIE ROD ASSEMBLY LH


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      Secure the tie rod assembly LH in a 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 2 to 4 seconds per turn, and check the turning torque on the 5th turn.

      Standard turning torque
      0.5 to 3.4 N*m (5 to 34 kgf*cm, 5 to 30 in.*lbf)

      Tech Tips

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

  2. INSPECT TIE ROD ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  3. INSPECT TOTAL PRELOAD


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      Text in Illustration
      *1 Protective Tape

      Using SST, secure the steering link assembly in a vise.

      SST
      09612-00012

      Tech Tips

      Tape SST before use.

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      Using SST and a torque wrench, inspect the total preload.

      SST
      09616-00020
      Standard preload
      0.8 to 1.4 N*m (8 to 14 kgf*cm, 7 to 12 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.