STEERING GEAR INSPECTION


  1. INSPECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01J8G5

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

      Standard turning torque
      0.3 to 1.9 N*m (3 to 19 kgf*cm, 3 to 17 in.*lbf)

      Tech Tips

      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

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  3. INSPECT TOTAL PRELOAD

    Note

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


    1. A01J9B0E01

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

      SST
      09616-00011

    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
      w/ EGR System w/o EGR System

      0.7 to 1.1 N*m

      (7 to 11 kgf*cm, 6 to 9 in.*lbf)

      0.95 to 1.55 N*m

      (10 to 15 kgf*cm, 9 to 13 in.*lbf)

      Note

      Inspect the total preload around the steering rack center position.

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