Steering Gear: Service and Repair

The content of this article reflects the changes identified in TSB-TJ23271.

Steering Gear (Rack) Replacement

Special Tools





Removal

Note: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Follow instructions for lifting points body frame. Vehicle Lifting





Note: Make sure that the road wheels are in the straight ahead position.

WARNING: Make sure that the ignition key is removed.





CAUTION: Make sure that the steering column lock is engaged.





Vehicles without Steering Column Lock

Note: Make sure that a new component is installed.





Torque: steering column to steering gear (steering shaft joint), 25 Nm

Drain reservoir fluid power steering. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir

On both sides.

Remove the wheel. Wheels





On both sides.

CAUTION: Make sure that the ball joint ball does not rotate.





Torque: Tie rod end to wheel knuckle, 80 Nm

On both sides.





Special Tool: 951 2945

On both sides





Torque: Front stabilizer bar link to stabilizer bar, 70 Nm

On both sides.













Torque: M5, 5 Nm









WARNING: Be prepared to collect escaping fluid.

WARNING: Avoid the skin contact with the fluid.

NOTE: Make sure that a new component is installed.

Torque: Delivery and return line, steering gear, 18 Nm





CAUTION: Make sure that the exhaust flexible pipe is not forcibly bent.





Torque: M8, 28 Nm





1. Torque: Lower arm front to subframe (rear mounting), 175 Nm

2. Torque: Steering gear to subframe, 140 Nm





1. Torque: M10, 50 Nm

2. Torque: Subframe to chassis (Rear screws)
* Stage 1: 150 Nm
* Stage 2: 90 degree


















Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Top up power steering system, bleeding. Power Steering Bleeding

Perform wheel angles check.