Steering Linkage Installation
INSTALL POWER STEERING LINK ASSEMBLY
INSTALL FRONT STABILIZER BAR FRONT
STABILIZE SUSPENSION
CONNECT STEERING GEAR OUTLET RETURN TUBE
CONNECT PRESSURE FEED TUBE ASSEMBLY
FULLY TIGHTEN NO. 2 STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT SUB-ASSEMBLY
CONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
CONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY RH
INSTALL FRONT SIDE MEMBER TO FRONT SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER BRACE
INSTALL NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER
INSTALL NO. 2 ENGINE UNDER COVER
INSTALL FRONT WHEEL
PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD
INSTALL WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH ASSEMBLY
INSTALL HEADLIGHT DIMMER SWITCH ASSEMBLY
INSTALL SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY
INSTALL STEERING COLUMN COVER UPPER
INSTALL STEERING COLUMN COVER LOWER
INSTALL STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY
INSPECT STEERING WHEEL CENTER POINT
INSTALL STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY
CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
INSPECT SRS WARNING LIGHT
ADD POWER STEERING FLUID
BLEED AIR FROM POWER STEERING SYSTEM
CHECK POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL IN RESERVOIR
CHECK FOR POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE
INSPECT AND ADJUST FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Steering Linkage -- Installation |
1. INSTALL POWER STEERING LINK ASSEMBLY |
Install the steering link with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.
- Torque:
- 95 N*m{969 kgf*cm, 70 ft.*lbf}
- HINT:
- If necessary, return the differential to its original position and install the differential mount.
2. INSTALL FRONT STABILIZER BAR FRONT |
Install the front stabilizer bar to the vehicle body.
4. CONNECT STEERING GEAR OUTLET RETURN TUBE |
Using union nut wrench, connect the outlet return tube.
- Torque:
- 44 N*m{449 kgf*cm, 33 ft.*lbf}for use without union nut wrench
- 40 N*m{409 kgf*cm, 30 ft.*lbf}for use with union nut wrench
- HINT:
- Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 300 mm (11.81 in.).
- This torque value is effective when union nut wrench is parallel to the torque wrench.
Install the hose with the clip.
5. CONNECT PRESSURE FEED TUBE ASSEMBLY |
Install the pressure feed tube to the steering link with the bolt.
- Torque:
- 28 N*m{286 kgf*cm, 21 ft.*lbf}
Using union nut wrench, tighten the flare nut and connect the pressure feed tube.
- Torque:
- 44 N*m{449 kgf*cm, 33 ft.*lbf}for use without union nut wrench
- 40 N*m{409 kgf*cm, 30 ft.*lbf}for use with union nut wrench
- HINT:
- Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 300 mm (11.81 in.).
- This torque value is effective when union nut wrench is parallel to the torque wrench.
6. FULLY TIGHTEN NO. 2 STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT SUB-ASSEMBLY |
7. CONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH |
Connect the tie rod end to the steering knuckle arm with the nut.
- Torque:
- 91 N*m{928 kgf*cm, 67 ft.*lbf}
Install a new cotter pin.
8. CONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY RH |
- HINT:
- Use the same procedures described for the LH side.
9. INSTALL FRONT SIDE MEMBER TO FRONT SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER BRACE |
Install the crossmember brace with the 8 bolts.
- Torque:
- 50 N*m{510 kgf*cm, 37 ft.*lbf}
10. INSTALL NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER |
Install the under cover with the 4 bolts.
- Torque:
- 28 N*m{286 kgf*cm, 21 ft.*lbf}
11. INSTALL NO. 2 ENGINE UNDER COVER |
Install the under cover with the 4 bolts.
- Torque:
- 28 N*m{286 kgf*cm, 21 ft.*lbf}
13. PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD |
14. INSTALL WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH ASSEMBLY |
Attach the claw to install the windshield wiper switch.
- NOTICE:
- Do not push the claw with excessive force as damage may occur.
Connect the connectors.
15. INSTALL HEADLIGHT DIMMER SWITCH ASSEMBLY |
Install the headlight dimmer switch with the claw as shown in the illustration.
Install the headlight dimmer switch with the clamp.
Connect the connector.
16. INSTALL SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY |
17. INSTALL STEERING COLUMN COVER UPPER |
18. INSTALL STEERING COLUMN COVER LOWER |
Install the steering column with the 3 bolts.
- Torque:
- 21 N*m{214 kgf*cm, 15 ft.*lbf}
Install the cover with the 3 bolts.
- Torque:
- 5.0 N*m{51 kgf*cm, 44 in.*lbf}
19. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY |
Align the matchmarks on the steering wheel and main shaft.
Install the steering set nut.
- Torque:
- 50 N*m{510 kgf*cm, 37 ft.*lbf}
20. INSPECT STEERING WHEEL CENTER POINT |
21. INSTALL STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY |
Support the steering pad with one hand.
Connect the connector to the steering pad.
- NOTICE:
- When handling the airbag connector, do not damage the airbag wire harness.
Connect the horn connector.
Confirm that the groove along the circumference of the "TORX" screw is attached to the screw case and place the steering pad onto the steering wheel.
Using a T30 "TORX" socket wrench, tighten the 2 screws.
- Torque:
- 8.8 N*m{90 kgf*cm, 78 in.*lbf}
22. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL |
23. INSPECT SRS WARNING LIGHT |
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24. ADD POWER STEERING FLUID |
25. BLEED AIR FROM POWER STEERING SYSTEM |
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26. CHECK POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL IN RESERVOIR |
27. CHECK FOR POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE |
28. INSPECT AND ADJUST FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT |
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