STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE INSPECTION

Rack Inspection

1. Inspect the rack for cracking, damage, and tooth wear.

• Replace it as necessary.

2. Measure the runout of the rack.

• If not within the specification, replace the rack.

Near point A: 0.15 mm {0.006 in} max.

Near point B: 0.20 mm {0.008 in} max.

Tie-rod End Inspection

1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and boot cracks.

• Replace it as necessary.

2. Inspect the ball joint for looseness.

• Replace the tie-rod end as necessary.

3. Rotate the ball joint five times.

4. Measure the rotation torque of the ball joint using the SST and a pull scale.

• If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.

0.4-2.5 N·m {3.5-26.0 kgf·cm, 3.1-22.5 in·lbf}

3.4-25.5 N {0.35-2.60 kgf, 0.8-5.7 lbf}

Tie-Rod Inspection

1. Inspect the tie rod for bending and damage.

• Replace it as necessary.

2. Inspect the ball joint for looseness.

• Replace the tie rod as necessary.

3. Swing the tie-rod five times.

4. Measure the swinging torque using a pull scale.

• If not within the specification, replace the tie rod.

0.1-2.9 N·m {1-30 kgf·cm, 0.9-26.0 in·lbf}

0.6-15.4 N {0.06-1.58 kgf, 0.2-3.47 lbf}