NOTE: Do not allow dust, dirt, or other foreign materials to enter the steering gearbox.
Remove the steering gearbox.
Remove both tie-rod ends from the rack ends.
Remove the boot bands (A) and tie-rod clips (B). Pull the boot away from the ends of the steering gearbox. Repeat this step for the other side.
Hold the gearbox housing using a C-clamp (A) and wooden blocks (B) to a workbench as shown. Do not clamp the cylinder part of the gearbox housing in a vise.
Unbend the lock washer (A).
Unscrew both rack ends (A) with a wrench. Be careful not to damage the rack shaft surface with the wrench. Remove the rack end, the lock washer (B), the spacer (C), and the rubber stop (D).
Vehicle Storage
If you need to park your vehicle for an extended period (more than 1 month),
there are several things you should do to prepare it for storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent deterioration and mak ...
Adding Engine Oil
Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on the valve cover. Pour in the oil
slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spills immediately. Spilled
oil could damage components ...
Online Reference Owner's Manual
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vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find ...