STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT

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1.  Remove the locknut using the SST.

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Caution

•  If a tool such as a torque wrench is installed to the SST (49 E032 308), install the tool so that it is perpendicular to the SST as shown in the figure. If the tool is not installed as instructed, the SST can separate from the locknut easily which could cause damage to the locknut while doing the work.

2.  Apply sealant to the threads of the adjustment cover.

3.  Tighten the adjustment cover to 20—29 N·m {2.1—2.9 kgf·m, 15—21 ft·lbf}.

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4.  After swinging the steering rack left and right 10 times, tighten the adjustment cover again to 5.8 N·m {59 kgf·cm, 51 in·lbf}.

5.  Loosen the adjustment cover 10—20°.

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6.  Combine the the SST with the torque wrench, then measure A and L as shown in the figure.

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•  A: Length from the center of the locknut to the grip.

•  L: Length of the torque wrench.

7.  Recalculate the torque by using torque formulas, then lock the adjustment cover against rotation and tighten the locknut using the SST.

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Caution

•   If a tool such as a torque wrench is installed to the SST (49 E032 308), install the tool so that it is perpendicular to the SST as shown in the figure. If the tool is not installed as instructed, the SST can separate from the locknut easily which could cause damage to the locknut while doing the work.

Torque formula

8.  Measure the pinion shaft rotational torque using the SST and a pull scale.

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•  If not within the specification, repeat from Steps 1—6.