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Steering Rack (RWD) - Remove and Replace: Remove

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  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See RAISE VEHICLE - 2 POST LIFT .
  2. Remove the wheel cap, if equipped. See CAP - WHEEL (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  3. Loosen the lug nuts.
    CAUTION: Use only hand tools to remove or install the fasteners. Do not use impact or power tools.
    CAUTION: Use a 6 point socket. Do not use a 12 point socket or a specialty socket.
  4. Open all doors and fully lower all windows.
  5. Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See SEAT CUSHION - LOWER - 2ND ROW (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  6. Move the driver seat rearward.
  7. Set the steering wheel straight ahead.
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  8. Using the steering wheel holder, lock the steering wheel into position.
    CAUTION: Protect the seat from damage.
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  9. Remove the rear underhood apron. See UNDERHOOD APRON - REAR (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  10. Remove the cabin intake duct. See DUCT - CABIN INTAKE (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  11. Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV POWER (DISCONNECT AND CONNECT) .
  12. Remove the underhood storage unit. See UNDERHOOD STORAGE UNIT (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  13. Remove the bolt that attaches the steering gear assembly to the electric steering column.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 13 mm socket
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  14. Slide the electric steering column upward to remove it from the steering gear assembly.

    Tip: Wiggle the steering column or use a deadblow hammer for ease of removal.

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  15. Remove the front wheels. See WHEEL (REMOVE AND INSTALL) .
  16. Remove and discard the nut that attaches the RH tie rod end to the RH front suspension knuckle, and then remove the tie rod end from the knuckle.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 10 mm 12pt combination wrench
    • 22 mm 12pt combination wrench
    • 3 in extension
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  17. Loosen the jamb nut to the LH outer tie rod end.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Combination 12pt 21 mm wrench
    • Wheel alignment torque wrench kit
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  18. Remove and discard the nut that attaches the LH tie rod end to the LH front suspension knuckle, and then remove the tie rod end from the knuckle.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 10 mm 12pt combination wrench
    • 22 mm 12pt combination wrench
    • 3 in extension
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  19. Remove the LH outer tie rod end from the steering gear assembly.
    NOTE: Record the number of turns during removal.
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  20. Lower the vehicle to a comfortable working height.
  21. Use an open-ended wrench to rotate clockwise to fully compress the LH side of the steering gear assembly.
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  22. Remove the fasteners that attach the underhood storage unit reinforcement bracket to the vehicle, and then remove the bracket from the vehicle.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
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  23. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the cooling fan module assembly to the front end carrier.
    NOTE: Recommend an assistant to support the cooling fan module assembly.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 8 mm socket
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  24. Move the cooling fan module assembly away from the steering gear assembly.
    NOTE: Take care not to damage the surrounding components.
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  25. Release the connector locks, disconnect the steering gear assembly connectors, and then move the 12V steering gear harness aside for clearance.
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  26. Release the connector locks, and then disconnect the logic connectors below the steering gear.
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  27. Remove the outer bolts that attach the steering gear assembly to the front subframe.

    Tip: Depending on the dimension of the bolts used. Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 13 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 11 in extension

    or

    • 15 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 11 in extension
    G14749413Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  28. Remove the inner bolts that attach the steering gear assembly to the front subframe.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 18 mm socket
    • 6 in extension
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  29. Slide the steering gear assembly to the RH side of the vehicle to remove it through the underhood storage area.
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