STEERING GEAR INSPECTION

PROCEDURE


  1. INSPECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A005LAY

      Secure the tie rod end sub-assembly LH in a vise.

      Note

      Do not overtighten the vise.

    2. Install the nut onto 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
      0.29 to 1.96 N*m (2.96 to 20.0 kgf*cm, 2.57 to 17.3 in.*lbf)

      Tech Tips

      If 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


    1. A005J1HE02
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Protective Tape

      Using SST, secure the steering gear in a vise.

      SST
      09612-00012

      Tech Tips

      Tape SST before use.

    2. Using SST, fully turn the steering rack right and left 1 to 2 times to settle it.

      SST
      09616-00011
    3. A005L26E01

      Using SST and a torque wrench, turn the pinion at a fixed speed between 4 to 6 seconds and check the total turning torque.

      SST
      09616-00011
      Standard preload
      0.6 to 1.2 N*m (6.1 to 12.2 kgf*cm, 5.3 to 10.6 in.*lbf)

      Note

      Remove the steering rack boot before measurement.

      Tech Tips


      • Inspect 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.