Steering Gear (For Hatchback) Inspection

Secure the tie rod end sub-assembly LH in a vise.

NOTICE:

Do not overtighten the vise.

Install the nut onto the stud bolt.

Flip the ball joint back and forth 5 times.

Set a torque wrench to the nut, turn the ball joint continuously at a rate of 2 to 4 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.

Using SST, secure the steering gear in a vise.

SST

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HINT:

Tape SST before use.

Using SST, fully turn the steering rack right and left 1 to 2 times to settle it.

SST

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Using SST and a torque wrench, turn the pinion at a fixed speed between 4 to 6 seconds and check the total turning torque.

SST

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Standard preload:

Tire Size	preload
P195/50R16	0.57 to 1.17 N*m (5.9 to 11.9 kgf*cm, 5.1 to 10.3 in.*lbf)
except P195/50R16	0.6 to 1.2 N*m (6.1 to 12.2 kgf*cm, 5.3 to 10.6 in.*lbf)

NOTICE:

Remove the steering rack boot before measurement.

HINT:

1. Inspect around the steering rack center position.
   
2. If the total preload is not within the specified range, replace the steering gear assembly with a new one.