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Rack Stopper Assembly Note

  1. Using snap ring pliers, screw the rack stopper into the rack housing until the hole on the rack stopper lines up with the oblong hole on the rack housing.
  2. Insert the clip into the hole on the rack stopper.
    Fig 1: Inserting Clip Into Hole On Rack Stopper
    G01883547Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the rack stopper by turning the rack stopper clockwise.
    Fig 2: Installing Rack Stopper By Turning Rack Stopper Clockwise
    G01883548Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Perform a hermetic sealing inspection.
    1. Connect the SSTs  to the power cylinder section of the gear housing.
    2. Apply 53.3 kPa {400 mmHg, 15.7 inHg}  vacuum with a vacuum pump and verify that it is held for at least 30 seconds  .
      • If the vacuum is not held, replace the oil seal.
        Fig 3: Inspecting Hermetic Sealing
        G01883549Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.