Power Steering Gear: Inspection

1. Secure the tie rod end sub-assembly LH in a vise.
   NOTE: Do not overtighten the vise.
   Fig 1: Inspecting Tie Rod End Sub-Assembly LH

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2. Install the nut onto the stud bolt.
3. Flip the ball joint back and forth 5 times.
4. Set a torque wrench to the nut, turn the ball joint continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn, and check the turning torque on the 5th turn.

   Standard turning torque: 0.29 to 1.96 N*m (2.96 to 20.0 kgf*cm, 2.57 to 17.3 in.*lbf) 

   HINT:

   If turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the tie rod end sub-assembly LH with a new one.

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

1. Using SST and a torque wrench, inspect the total preload.

   SST 09616-00011 

   Standard preload: 0.6 to 1.2 N*m (6.1 to 12.2 kgf*cm, 5.3 to 10.6 in.*lbf) 

   NOTE: Inspect around the steering rack center position.

   HINT:

   If the total preload is not within the specified range, replace the steering gear assembly with a new one.

   Fig 2: Inspecting Total Preload

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