Special Tools Required

Locknut wrench, 43 mm 07MAA-SL0020A

1. Set the wheels in the straight ahead position.
2. Remove the splash shield.
3. Remove the lower radiator hose bracket (A).
   Fig 1: Lower Radiator Hose Bracket With Torque Specifications

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4. Loosen the rack guide screw locknut (A) with the special tool, then loosen the rack guide screw (B).
   Fig 2: Loosening Rack Guide Screw Locknut Using Special Tool

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5. Tighten the rack guide screw to 25 N.m (2.5 kgf.m, 18 lbf.ft), then loosen it.
6. Retighten the rack guide screw to 3.9 N.m (0.4 kgf.m, 2.9 lbf.ft) then back it off to the specified angle.

   Specified return angle: 10 to 20 ° 

7. Tighten the locknut to 25 N.m (2.5 kgf.m, 18 lbf.ft) while holding the rack guide screw.
8. Install the lower radiator hose bracket.
9. Install the splash shield.
10. Check for tight or loose steering from lock to lock.
11. Perform following inspections:
    • Steering wheel rotational play (see STEERING WHEEL ROTATIONAL PLAY CHECK  ).
    • Power assist with vehicle parked (see STEERING WHEEL ROTATIONAL PLAY CHECK  ).