Steering linkage
Components Removal / installation
STEERING GEAR / LINKAGE
STEERING LINKAGE
EXPLODED VIEW
REMOVAL
1. Removal of the under cover front AL (Refer to 
).
).2. Removal of the under cover COMPL T/M (Refer to ).
).3. Removal of the under cover rear LH (With rear spoiler) (Refer to ).
).4. Loosen the steering intermediate shaft ASSY bolt.
CAUTION:
Do not completely remove this bolt at this time.
5. Confirm that the front tires are in the straight-ahead position.
6. Securing the steering wheel ASSY
(1) To prevent the spiral cable from becoming disconnected, pass the seat belt through the steering wheel ASSY to ensure that it doesn't rotate.
7. Removal of the front tires
8. Disconnection od the front stabilizer link ASSY LH
(1) Remove the under cover front side LH.
(2) Secure the stud bolt and remove the nut.
(3) Disconnect the front stabilizer link ASSY LH from the stabilizer bar FR.
9. Disconnection of the front stabilizer link ASSY RH
NOTE:
Service the RH side in the same procedure as the LH side.
10. Removal of the stabilizer bar FR
(1) Undo the 8 bolts, and remove the stabilizer bar FR as a unit with the subframe COMPL LH and RH from the front suspension cross member.
11. Disconnection of the steering intermediate shaft ASSY
12. Disconnection of the tie-rod end SUB-ASSY LH
(1) Pull out the cotter pin and remove the castle nut.
(2) Use a tie-rod ball joint puller to detach the tie-rod end SUB-ASSY LH from the steering knuckle.
Captions in illustration
| *1 |
Nut |
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| *a |
Tie the string to reduce slack. |
*b |
Lubricant coating area. |
| *c |
The wrench is used here. |
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WARNING:
Apply lubricant to the bolt tip and the threaded area of the tie-rod ball joint puller.
CAUTION:
·To prevent the tie-rod ball joint puller from falling off, be sure to tie the string to the steering knuckle so that there is no slack.
·To prevent damage to the dust cover, at the center part nut, attach the tie-rod ball joint puller while ensuring that A and B are parallel.
·Be sure to use the wrench in the position shown in the diagram.
·Be careful not to damage the tie-rod end SUB-ASSY LH ball joint boot.
·Be careful not to damage the steering knuckle.
·Be careful not to damage the disc brake dust cover FR.
·To prevent damage to the dust cover, at the center part nut, attach the tie-rod ball joint puller while ensuring that A and B are parallel.
·Be sure to use the wrench in the position shown in the diagram.
·Be careful not to damage the tie-rod end SUB-ASSY LH ball joint boot.
·Be careful not to damage the steering knuckle.
·Be careful not to damage the disc brake dust cover FR.
13. Disconnection of the tie-rod end SUB-ASSY RH
NOTE:
Service the RH side in the same procedure as the LH side.
14. Removal of the steering gear ASSY
(1) Undo the 2 bolts and remove the steering gear ASSY.
DISASSEMBLY
1. Securing the steering gear ASSY
2. Removal of the tie-rod end SUB-ASSY LH
3. Remove the tie-rod end SUB-ASSY RH.
NOTE:
Service the RH side in the same procedure as the LH side.
4. Removal of the steering rack boot clip (LH side installation position)
(1) Use pliers to remove the steering rack boot clip.
5. Removal of the steering rack boot clip (RH side installation position)
NOTE:
Service the RH side in the same procedure as the LH side.
6. Removal of the steering rack boot clamp No.1 (LH side installation position)
(1) Use a flat tip screwdriver to open up the steering rack boot clamp No.1 crimping.
CAUTION:
·Be careful not to damage the steering rack boot No.1.
·Replace the steering rack boot No.1 with a new part of you find any cracks, damage, or deterioration.
·Replace the steering rack boot No.1 with a new part of you find any cracks, damage, or deterioration.
7. Removal of the steering rack boot clamp No.1 (RH side installation position)
NOTE:
Service the RH side in the same procedure as the LH side.
8. Removal of the steering rack boot No.1 (LH side installation position)
(1) Remove the steering rack boot No.1 from the rack housing.
9. Removal of the steering rack boot No.1 (RH side installation position)
NOTE:
Service the RH side in the same procedure as the LH side.
10. Remove the tie-rod.
(1) Use 2 SSTs to remove the tie-rod on the RH side.
SST
09922-10010
CAUTION:
Be sure to only use SSTs in the correct direction.
(2) Use one SST to secure the steering on the rack RH side. Use the other SST to remove the tie-rod on the LH side.
SST
09922-10010
CAUTION:
Be sure to only use SSTs in the correct direction.
11. Remove the steering rack guide spring.
(1) Use a SST to remove the lock nut.
SST
09922-10010
CAUTION:
Be sure to only use SSTs in the correct direction.
(2) Use a SST to remove the steering rack guide spring cap.
SST
34299CA000
(3) Remove the steering rack guide spring.
NOTE:
As the steering rack guide is a non-disassembly part, the disassembly stops here.
INSPECTION
1. Inspect the tie-rod end SUB-ASSY LH.
(1) Secure the tie-rod ASSY LH wheel joint part in a vise between aluminium plates.
CAUTION:
Do not close the vise too strongly.
(2) Swing and rotate the wheel joint.
Criteria
: There is no abnormal sticking or looseness during swing and rotation.
NOTE:
·If the criteria is not satisfied, replace the tie-rod end SUB-ASSY LH with a new part.
·If you notice any dust seal cracks, damage, or deterioration, replace the tie-rod end SUB-ASSY LH with a new part.
·If you notice any dust seal cracks, damage, or deterioration, replace the tie-rod end SUB-ASSY LH with a new part.
2. Inspect the tie-rod end SUB-ASSY RH.
NOTE:
Service the RH side in the same procedure as the LH side.
3. Inspection of the total preload
(1) To prevent steering rack overstroke, temporarily fit the left and right steering rack ends.
(2) Use a SST to rotate the pinion shaft at a rate of 1 revolution every 3 to 5 seconds, and check steering gear ASSY total preload.
Standard value:
SST
09616-00011
Standard value:
Tightening torque=0.9 - 1.6N·m
{
9.2 - 16.3kgf·cm}
{0.66 - 1.18 ft·lbf} (While rotating)
CAUTION:
·Perform the check at the steering rack neutral position.
·Be careful not to move the steering rack the full stroke.
·Be careful not to move the steering rack the full stroke.
NOTE:
If it is not within the specified value, adjust the total preload.
4. Adjustment of the total preload
(1) Use a SST to remove the lock nut.
SST
09922-10010
CAUTION:
Be sure to only use SSTs in the correct direction.
(2) Use a SST to remove the steering rack guide spring cap.
SST
34299CA000
(3) Clean the threaded portion of the steering rack housing and the steering rack guide spring cap, and remove any oil with proper detergent.
(4) Apply Three Bond 1141G, Three Bond 1102 or the equivalent to the threaded portion of the steering rack guide spring cap, and temporarily tighten it.
(5) In order to ensure that the rotational torque of the pinion shaft is at the specified value, tighten the steering rack guide spring cap, using the SST.
Standard value:
SST
09616-00011
34299CA000
Standard value:
Tightening torque=0.9 - 1.6N·m
{
9.2 - 16.3kgf·cm}
{0.66 - 1.18 ft·lbf} (While rotating)
(6) Clean the threaded portion of the lock nut and remove any oil with proper detergent.
(7) Apply Three Bond 1141G, Three Bond 1102 or the equivalent to the threaded portion of the lock nut.
(8) Secure the steering guide spring cap and tighten the lock nut with a SST.
Standard value:
SST
09922-10010
34299CA000
Standard value:
Tightening torque=60N·m
{
612kgf·cm}
{44.3ft·lbf}
CAUTION:
·When you connect a torque wrench to the SST and tighten it while it is extended the total length, continuing until the torque wrench reading reaches the prescribed value will result in the actual tightening torque being larger than desired. (Refer to )
·Be sure to only use SSTs in the correct direction.
)·Be sure to only use SSTs in the correct direction.
(9) Use a SST to rotate the pinion shaft at a rate of 1 revolution every 3 to 5 seconds, and check steering gear ASSY total preload.
Standard value:
SST
09616-00011
Standard value:
Tightening torque=0.9 - 1.6N·m
{
9.2 - 16.3kgf·cm}
{0.66 - 1.18 ft·lbf} (While rotating)
CAUTION:
·Perform the check at the steering rack neutral position.
·Be careful not to move the steering rack the full stroke.
·After the inspection is completed, set it back to the neutral position.
·Be careful not to move the steering rack the full stroke.
·After the inspection is completed, set it back to the neutral position.
ASSEMBLY
1. Install the steering rack guide spring
(1) Apply Multemp AC-P grease or the equivalent to the rear surface of the steering rack guide and steering rack guide spring.
(2) Install the steering rack guide spring onto the steering rack housing.
(3) Clean the threaded portion of the steering rack housing and the steering rack guide spring cap, and remove any oil with proper detergent.
(4) Apply Three Bond 1141G, Three Bond 1102 or the equivalent to the threaded portion of the steering rack guide spring cap, and temporarily tighten it.
2. Adjustment of the total preload (Refer to )
)3. Install the tie-rod
(1) Use one SST to secure the steering rack on the RH side. Use the other SST to install the tie-rod (LH side).
Standard value:
SST
09922-10010
·LHD model
·RHD model
Captions in illustration
| *a |
LH side |
*b |
RH side |
| *c |
Drive |
*d |
Hold |
Captions in illustration
| *a |
LH side |
*b |
RH side |
| *c |
Drive |
*d |
Hold |
Standard value:
Tightening torque=103N·m
{
1050kgf·cm}
{76.0ft·lbf}
CAUTION:
·When you connect a torque wrench to the SST and tighten it while it is extended the total length, continuing until the torque wrench reading reaches the prescribed value will result in the actual tightening torque being larger than desired. (Refer to )
·Be sure to only use SSTs in the correct direction.
·Firmly secure the steering rack.
)·Be sure to only use SSTs in the correct direction.
·Firmly secure the steering rack.
(2) Use 2 SSTs to install the tie-rod (RH side).
Standard value:
SST
09922-10010
Standard value:
Tightening torque=103N·m
{
1050kgf·cm}
{76.0ft·lbf}
CAUTION:
·When you connect a torque wrench to the SST and tighten it while it is extended the total length, continuing until the torque wrench reading reaches the prescribed value will result in the actual tightening torque being larger than desired. (Refer to )
·Be sure to only use SSTs in the correct direction.
·Firmly secure the steering rack.
)·Be sure to only use SSTs in the correct direction.
·Firmly secure the steering rack.
4. Install the steering rack boot No.1 (LH side installation position).
(1) Apply Toshiba silicon TSM650, Idemitsu Autorex A or the equivalent to the inside of the smaller opening of the steering rack boot No.1.
Captions in illustration
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Toshiba silicon TSM650, Idemitsu Autorex A or the equivalent. |
(2) Install the steering rack boot No. 1 into the groove in the rack housing.
CAUTION:
·Be careful not to deform the steering rack boot clamp.
·Confirm that there are no foreign objects or rust.
·Replace the steering rack boot No.1 with a new part of you find any cracks, damage, or deterioration.
·Confirm that there are no foreign objects or rust.
·Replace the steering rack boot No.1 with a new part of you find any cracks, damage, or deterioration.
5. Installation of the steering rack boot No.1 (RH side installation position)
NOTE:
Perform the same installation procedure on the RH side as with the LH side.
6. Installation of the steering rack boot clamp No.1 (LH side installation position).
(1) Install a new steering rack boot clamp No.1 onto the area shown in the diagram of steering rack boot No.1.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the steering rack boot No.1.
Captions in illustration
| *a |
150° |
(2) Press and attach a SST onto the rack housing side and crimp it so that the steering rack boot clamp gap is at the specified value.
SST
28099AC000
Standard value
: 2.0 mm {0.079 in} or less
CAUTION:
Confirm that the steering rack boot No.1 is not twisted.
7. Install the steering rack boot clamp No.1 (RH side installation position).
NOTE:
Perform the same installation procedure on the RH side as with the LH side.
8. Install the steering rack boot clip (LH side installation position).
(1) Use pliers to install the steering rack boot clip onto the steering rack boot No.1.
9. Install the steering rack boot clip (RH side installation position).
NOTE:
Perform the same installation procedure on the RH side as with the LH side.
10. Inspection of the steering gear ASSY
(1) Use a SST to rotate the pinion and confirm that the steering rack boot expands and contracts smoothly.
SST
09616-00011
CAUTION:
After the inspection is completed, set it back to the neutral position.
11. Installation of the tie-rod end SUB-ASSY LH
(1) Install the lock nut and tie-rod end SUB-ASSY LH up to the alignment mark position, and temporarily tighten the lock nut.
Standard value:
Captions in illustration
| *1 |
Alignment marks |
NOTE:
Perform the final tightening after toe-in adjustment has been completed.
Standard value:
Temporary tightening
Tightening torque=5.0N·m { 51kgf·cm} {3.7ft·lbf}
Final tightening
Tightening torque=85N·m { 867kgf·cm} {62.7ft·lbf}
Tightening torque=5.0N·m { 51kgf·cm} {3.7ft·lbf}
Final tightening
Tightening torque=85N·m { 867kgf·cm} {62.7ft·lbf}
12. Installation of the tie-rod end SUB-ASSY RH
NOTE:
Perform the same installation procedure on the RH side as with the LH side.
INSTALLATION
1. Installation of the steering gear ASSY
(1) Install the steering gear ASSY onto the front suspension cross member with the 2 bolts.
Standard value:
Standard value:
Tightening torque=120N·m
{
1224kgf·cm}
{88.5ft·lbf}
CAUTION:
Perform this installation after confirming that the stroke is at the central position.
2. Connection of the steering intermediate shaft ASSY No.2
3. Connection of the tie-rod end SUB-ASSY LH
(1) Connect the tie-rod end SUB-ASSY LH to the steering knuckle, and attach the castle nut.
Standard value:
Standard value:
Tightening torque=27N·m
{
275kgf·cm}
{19.9ft·lbf}
CAUTION:
After tightening the castle nut, ensure that the cotter pin slot is aligned within 60° in the tightening direction.
(2) Insert a new cotter pin.
4. Connection of the tie-rod end SUB-ASSY RH
NOTE:
Perform the same installation procedure on the RH side as with the LH side.
5. Installation of the stabilizer bar FR
(1) Using 8 bolts, install the stabilizer bar FR as a unit with the subframe COMPL LH and RH to the front suspension cross member.
Standard value:
Standard value:
Tightening torque=60N·m
{
612kgf·cm}
{44.3ft·lbf}
6. Connection of the front stabilizer link ASSY LH
(1) Connect the front stabilizer link ASSY LH to the stabilizer bar FR.
(2) Secure the stud bolt and fasten new nut.
Standard value:
Standard value:
Tightening torque=46N·m
{
469kgf·cm}
{33.9ft·lbf}
(3) Install the under cover front side rear LH.
7. Connection the front stabilizer link ASSY RH.
NOTE:
Service the RH side in the same procedure as the LH side.
8. Installation of the under cover rear LH (With rear spoiler) (Refer to ).
).9. Installation of the under cover COMPL T/M (Refer to ).
).10. Installation of the under cover front AL (Refer to ).
).11. Installation of the front tires
Standard value:
Standard value:
Tightening torque=120N·m
{
1224kgf·cm}
{88.5ft·lbf}
12. Stabilization of vehicle (Refer to )
)13. Adjust the front wheel alignment (Refer to )
)14. VDC sensor mid point setting (Refer to )
)15. Settings during parts replacement/removal. (Refer to )
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