Steering Gear: Testing and Inspection

STEERING GEAR / LINKAGE: STEERING GEAR: INSPECTION

STEERING GEAR / LINKAGE: STEERING GEAR: INSPECTION

1. INSPECT TOTAL PRELOAD
(a) Temporarily install the left and right steering rack ends to prevent steering rack overstroke.






(b) Using SST and a torque wrench, inspect preload.
SST: 09616-00011
Preload (turning):
1.0 to 2.0 N*m (10 to 20 kgf*cm, 9 to 18 in.*lbf)
HINT: If the preload is not as specified, replace the power steering gear assembly.