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).
Steering Wheel Installation
SRS components are located in this area.
Review the SRS component locations, and the
precautions and procedures before doing
repairs or service.
Before installing the steering ...
Transmission Range Switch Replacement (A/T)
Raise the vehicle on a lift, or apply the parking brake, block the rear
wheels, and raise the front of the vehicle. Make sure it is securely
supported.
Shift to N.
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Fuel and Emissions System Description - Catalytic Converter System
Catalytic Converter System
Warm Up Three Way Catalytic Converter (WU-TWC) and
Under-floor Three Way Catalytic Converter (Under-floor TWC)
The WU-TWC and the under-flo ...