Control Valve

Disconnect the pipes A and B from gearbox.
Secure the gearbox removed from vehicle in a vise using ST.
CAUTION: Secure the gearbox assembly in a vise using ST as shown. Do not affix the gearbox to the vice without this ST.

ST1 926200000 STAND

ST2 34199AG000 BOSS D

Fig 1: Securing Gearbox Assembly In Vise Using ST
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Using the ST, loosen the lock nut.
ST 926230000 SPANNER

Fig 2: Loosening Steering Gearbox Lock Nut Using Spanner
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Loosen the adjusting screw, and remove the spring and sleeve.
Remove the two bolts securing valve assembly.

Fig 3: Removing Valve Assembly Securing Bolts
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Carefully draw out the input shaft and remove the valve assembly.

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Valve Assembly
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Put a vinyl tape around the spline portion, and slide the dust cover to remove.

Fig 5: Removing Dust Cover
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Using a press, remove the pinion & valve assembly from valve housing.

Fig 6: Removing Pinion And Valve Assembly From Valve Housing Using Press
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Using the ST and a press, remove the bushing and oil seal from the valve housing.
CAUTION:
- Do not apply a force to the end surface of valve housing.
- Do not reuse the oil seal after removal.
ST 34199AG090 INSTALLER & REMOVER

Fig 7: Removing Bushing And Oil Seal From Valve Housing Using ST And Press
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Using a snap ring pliers, remove the snap ring, valve, oil seal and back-up washer.
CAUTION: Be careful not to scratch the pinion and valve (1) Dust cover assembly.

Fig 8: Identifying Snap Ring, Valve, Oil Seal And Back-Up Ring
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