Mitsubishi MOTORS Space Runner 1998, Workshop Manual

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STEERING -
Power Steering Gear Box
37A-17
REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
A
A
"
TIE ROD END AND KNUCKLE DISCONNECTION
Caution
1.
Loosen the nut of the special tool, but do not remove
it. If it is removed, the ball joint thread may be
damaged.
2. Tie the special tool with a cord not to let it fall off.
A
B
"
GEAR BOX ASSEMBLY REMOVAL
Caution
Be careful not to damage the bellows and the tie rod
end dust cover when removing the gear box assembly.
INSPECTION
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D Check the rubber parts for cracks and breakage.
GEAR BOX TOTAL PINION TORQUE CHECK
1. Using the special tools, rotate the pinion gear at the rate
of one rotation in approximately 4 to 6 seconds to check
the total pinion torque.
Standard value:
Total rotation torque: 0.7 - 1.4 Nm
Torque variation: 0.4 Nm or less
Caution
When holding the steering gear box assembly in a
vice, secure its mounting positions. If it is secured
in any other places, the gear housing may become
deformed or damaged.
NOTE
(1) When measuring, remove the bellows from the rack
housing.
(2) Turn the torque wrench left and right by 180 degree
from the neutral position to measure the total rotation
torque.
2. If the measured value is not within the standard range,
first adjust the rack support cover, and then check the
total pinion starting torque again.
Cord
Ball joint
Nut
MB990635,
MB991113 or
MB991406
MB991006