Electric Power Steering Gearbox: Disassembly
NOTE:
When securing the steering gearbox assembly in a vise, secure at the bolt fixing point of the steering gearbox assembly.
- Remove the tie-rod end (A) and lock nut (B) from the steering gearbox assembly.
- Using priers, remove the clip boot tie-rod (C) located on the exterior of the steering gearbox boot.
- Shift the steering gearbox boot in the direction of the tie-rod side.
- Remove the tie-rod (B) from the gearbox assembly.
- Using a flat tip screwdriver, remove the band boot (A) from the steering gearbox boot.NOTE: Replace the steering gearbox boot if there is a crack, damage, or fatigue.
- Remove the tie-rod (B).
- Using a flat tip screwdriver, remove the band boot (A) from the steering gearbox boot.