STEERING GEAR INSTALLATION


  1. INSTALL TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. Screw the lock nut and tie rod end onto the rack end until the matchmarks are aligned.

    2. After adjusting toe-in, torque the nut.

      Torque:
      56 N*m  { 556 kgf*cm, 41 ft.*lbf }

  2. INSTALL TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedures described for the LH side.

  3. INSPECT AND ADJUST TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ VSC)


    1. Adjust the tie rod end LH and RH so that distance A and B are within the specified ranges.

      A01E1S4E01
      Standard Length
      Dimension Control range (for 4WD) Control range (for 2WD)
      for LHD A 153.7 to 155.7 mm (6.06 to 6.12 in.) 155.5 to 157.5 mm (6.13 to 6.20 in.)
      B
      for RHD A 153.7 to 155.7 mm (6.06 to 6.12 in.) 155.5 to 157.5 mm (6.13 to 6.20 in.)
      B

      Tech Tips


      • The values listed above are reference values.

      • The toe-in is adjusted in a step.

  4. INSTALL POWER STEERING LINK ASSEMBLY


    1. A01DUWUE03

      Install the steering link with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.

      Torque:
      95 N*m  { 969 kgf*cm, 70 ft.*lbf }

      Tech Tips

      for 4WD:

      If necessary, return the differential to its original position and install the differential mount.

  5. INSTALL FRONT STABILIZER BAR

    Click here

  6. STABILIZE SUSPENSION

  7. CONNECT STEERING GEAR OUTLET RETURN TUBE


    1. A01DW76E06

      Using a union nut wrench, connect the outlet return tube.

      Torque:
      44 N*m  { 449 kgf*cm, 33 ft.*lbf }

      Note

      Use the formula to calculate special torque values for situations where a union nut wrench is combined with a torque wrench Click here.

    2. A01DZPRE04

      Install the hose with the clip.

  8. CONNECT PRESSURE FEED TUBE ASSEMBLY


    1. A01DWNVE02

      Install the pressure feed tube to the steering link with the bolt.

      Torque:
      28 N*m  { 286 kgf*cm, 21 ft.*lbf }
    2. A01DZDME03

      Using a union nut wrench, tighten the flare nut and connect the pressure feed tube.

      Torque:
      44 N*m  { 449 kgf*cm, 33 ft.*lbf }

      Note

      Use the formula to calculate special torque values for situations where a union nut wrench is combined with a torque wrench Click here.

  9. CONNECT NO. 2 STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. Align the matchmarks on the steering intermediate shaft and steering link.

    2. Install the bolt.

      Torque:
      35 N*m  { 357 kgf*cm, 26 ft.*lbf }

  10. CONNECT STEERING SLIDING YOKE


    1. A01DW70E02

      Align the matchmarks on the steering sliding yoke and steering intermediate shaft, and connect the steering sliding yoke to the steering intermediate shaft.

    2. Install the bolt labeled B.

      Torque:
      35 N*m  { 357 kgf*cm, 26 ft.*lbf }

    3. Tighten the bolt labeled A.

      Torque:
      35 N*m  { 357 kgf*cm, 26 ft.*lbf }

  11. CONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. Connect the tie rod end to the steering knuckle arm with the nut.

      Torque:
      49 N*m  { 500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf, for 2WD }
      91 N*m  { 928 kgf*cm, 67 ft.*lbf, for 4WD }

    2. Install the cotter pin.

  12. CONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedures described for the LH side.

  13. INSTALL FRONT SIDE MEMBER TO FRONT SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER BRACE


    1. Install the crossmember brace with the 8 bolts.

      Torque:
      50 N*m  { 510 kgf*cm, 37 ft.*lbf }

  14. INSTALL NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER (for 4WD)


    1. Install the under cover with the 4 bolts.

      Torque:
      28 N*m  { 286 kgf*cm, 21 ft.*lbf }

  15. INSTALL NO. 2 ENGINE UNDER COVER (for 4WD)


    1. Install the under cover with the 4 bolts.

      Torque:
      28 N*m  { 286 kgf*cm, 21 ft.*lbf }

  16. INSTALL FRONT WHEEL

  17. PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

  18. INSTALL WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH ASSEMBLY


    1. A01DYXB

      Attach the claw to install the windshield washer switch.

      Note

      Do not push the claw with excessive force as damage may occur.

    2. Connect the connectors.

  19. INSTALL HEADLIGHT DIMMER SWITCH ASSEMBLY


    1. A01E2V1

      Install the headlight dimmer switch with the claw as shown in the illustration.

    2. A01DZA5

      Install the headlight dimmer switch with the clamp.

    3. A01DVFS

      Connect the connector.

  20. INSTALL SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY

  21. INSTALL STEERING COLUMN UPPER COVER

  22. INSTALL STEERING COLUMN LOWER COVER

    A01DWPRE01

    1. Install the cover lower with the 3 screws.

  23. ADJUST SPIRAL CABLE

  24. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY


    1. A01DY2KE02

      for 3 spoke:

      Apply the silicon grease to the steering wheel.

    2. Align the matchmarks on the steering wheel and main shaft.

    3. Install the steering set nut.

      Torque:
      50 N*m  { 510 kgf*cm, 37 ft.*lbf }

  25. INSPECT STEERING WHEEL CENTER POINT

  26. INSTALL STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY

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  27. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

  28. PERFORM INITIALIZATION


    1. Perform initialization Click here.

      Note

      Certain systems need to be initialized after disconnecting and reconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

  29. INSPECT SRS WARNING LIGHT

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  30. ADD POWER STEERING FLUID

    Click here

  31. BLEED AIR FROM POWER STEERING SYSTEM

  32. CHECK FOR POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE

  33. INSPECT AND ADJUST FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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