POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING) > Steering Gearbox [LHD Model]
1. Insert the gearbox assembly into the crossmember, being careful not to damage the gearbox assembly boot.
2. Tighten the gearbox assembly to the crossmember bracket via clamp with bolt, and tighten to the specified torque.
Tightening torque:
60 N·m (6.1 kgf-m, 44.3 ft-lb)
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(1) |
Clamp |
3. Connect the pipe D first to gearbox, then lower pipe C.
Tightening torque:
15 N·m (1.5 kgf-m, 11.1 ft-lb)
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(1) |
Pipe C |
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(2) |
Pipe D |
5. Connect the tie-rod end and knuckle arm, and tighten with castle nut.
Tightening torque:
27 N·m (2.75 kgf-m, 19.9 ft-lb)
CAUTION:
When connecting, do not hit the cap at the bottom of tie-rod end with hammer.
6. After tightening the castle nut to the specified tightening torque, tighten it further within 60° until the cotter pin hole is aligned with slot in the nut. Fit the cotter pin into nut, and then bend the pin to lock.
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(A) |
Cotter pin |
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(B) |
Castle nut |
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(C) |
Tie-rod end |
13. Install the front wheels.
14. Tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque.
Tightening torque:
90 N·m (9.2 kgf-m, 66 ft-lb)
15. Connect the battery ground cable to the battery.
17. Check for fluid leaks.
18. Install the jack-up plate.
19. Lower the vehicle.
20. Check the fluid level in the reservoir tank.
21. After adjusting toe-in and steering angle, tighten the lock nut on the tie-rod end.
Tightening torque:
83 N·m (8.5 kgf-m, 61.2 ft-lb)
NOTE:
When adjusting toe-in, hold the boot as shown to prevent it from being rotated or twisted. If it becomes twisted, straighten it.