Steering Gear Actuator and Cover Replacement

Steering Gear Actuator and Cover Replacement

Removal Procedure

Notice: Refer to Rear Wheel Steering Lifting and Jacking Notice in Service Precautions.





1. Remove the tire and wheel.
2. Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid from the differential housing.





3. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the control module (2).





4. Disconnect the electrical connector (1) from the rear position sensor.
5. Remove the outer tie rod ends from the steering knuckle.





6. Disconnect the differential vent hose (1) from the vent tube (2).





7. Remove the bolts retaining the steering gear actuator and cover (2) to the differential (1).
8. Remove the steering gear actuator and cover from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





1. Important: Clean all of the sealing surfaces prior to installing the gasket. Do not reinstall the old gasket, replace the gasket whenever the actuator is removed from the axle.

Install the steering gear actuator (2) and gasket (1) to the differential.





2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Install the steering gear actuator and cover (2) retaining bolts.
^ Tighten the bolts to 61 Nm (45 ft. lbs.).





3. Connect the electrical connectors to the control module (2).





4. Install the differential vent hose (1) to the vent tube (2).
5. Install the outer tie rod ends to the steering knuckle.





6. Install the drain plug and fill the differential with fluid.
7. Install the tire and wheel.
8. Check the wheel alignment.