Rack Sliding Force
- Disconnect lower joint and steering knuckle from steering gear assembly. Refer to Removal and Installation (2WD), Removal and Installation (AWD).
- Start and run the engine at idle to make sure steering fluid has reached normal operating temperature.
Fluid temperature
: 50 - 80 deg.C (122 - 176 deg.F)
- While pulling outer socket slowly in +/-11.5 mm (+/-0.453 in) range from neutral position, make sure rack sliding force is within specification.
Rack sliding force
: Refer to Rack Sliding Force .
- If rack sliding force is not within specification, overhaul steering gear assembly.