1. FIX POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY

(a) Using SST, secure the power steering gear.

SST: 09612-00012

HINT:

Tape SST before use.

NOTICE:

When using a vise, do not overtighten it.

2. INSTALL NO. 2 STEERING RACK BOOT

(a) Apply silicon grease to the inside of the small opening of the boot.

(b) Install the No. 2 steering rack boot to the groove on the rack housing.

NOTICE:

Be careful not to damage or twist the boot.

3. INSTALL NO. 1 STEERING RACK BOOT

HINT:

Use the same procedure described for the No. 2 steering rack boot.

4. INSTALL NO. 2 STEERING RACK BOOT CLAMP

(a) Using SST, tighten the 2 new boot clamps as shown in the illustration.

SST: 09521-24010

Standard clearance:

3.0 mm (0.119 in.) or less

NOTICE:

Be careful not to damage the boot.

5. INSTALL STEERING RACK BOOT CLIP

(a) Using pliers, install the 2 boot clips.

NOTICE:

Make sure that each clip's claws are positioned within the area shown in the illustration.

6. INSTALL TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Align the matchmarks of the tie rod and rack end, and temporarily install the tie rod with the lock nut.

HINT:

After adjusting toe-in, tighten the lock nut.

Torque: 82 N·m (836 kgf·cm, 61 ft·lbf)

7. INSTALL TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Use the same procedure for both sides.