STEERING –
Power Steering Gear Box
37A-6
REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
A
A
"
TIE-ROD END AND KNUCKLE DISCONNECTION
Caution
1.
In order not to damage the ball joint thread, the tie
rod end mounting nut must be only loosened but not
removed from the ball joint. Be sure to use the special
tool.
2.
Tie the special tool with a cord so as not to fall off.
A
B
"
GEAR BOX ASSEMBLY REMOVAL
Caution
Do not damage the bellows and the tie-rod end dust cover
when removing the gear box assembly.
INSPECTION
D
Check the rubber parts for cracks and breakage.
GEAR BOX TOTAL PINION TORQUE
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: 0.9 – 1.7 Nm
[Change in torque: 0.4 Nm]
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
When measuring, remove the bellows from the rack housing.
Measure the pinion torque through the whole stroke of the
rack.
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 or
MB991113
MB991006