STEERING GEAR > INSPECTION

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1. INSPECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    C132329

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

    NOTICE:
    Do not overtighten the vise.

  1. Install the nut onto the stud bolt.

  1. Flip the ball joint back and forth 5 times.

  1. 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:
    0.49 to 3.43 N*m (5.0 to 35.0 kgf*cm, 4.34 to 30.4 in.*lbf)

    HINT:
    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

HINT:
Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.



3. INSPECT TOTAL PRELOAD


    C196462E01

  1. Using SST and a torque wrench, inspect the total preload.

    SST
    09616-00011  

    Standard preload:
    1.0 to 1.6 N*m (10.2 to 16.3 kgf*cm, 8.9 to 14.2 in.*lbf)

    NOTICE:
    Inspect around the steering rack center position.

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