Steering Gear Replacement (Non-Rack and Pinion)
Steering Gear Replacement (Non-Rack and Pinion)
Special Tools
* J-6632-01 - Pitman Arm Puller
* J-24319-B - Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
* J-29107-A - Pitman Arm Puller
* J-42640 - Steering Column Anti-rotation Pin
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools (Tools and Equipment).
Removal Procedure
Caution: With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering column lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:
* The steering column
* The intermediate shaft(s)
* The steering gear
After disconnecting these components, do not rotate the steering wheel or move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow this procedure may cause the SIR coil assembly to become un-centered and cause possible damage to the SIR coil. If you think the SIR coil has became un-centered, refer to your specific SIR coil's centering procedure to re-center SIR Coil.
1. Install the J-42640 - pin in the steering column lower access hole in order to lock the steering column.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
3. Place a drain pan under the vehicle.
4. Remove the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement (Service and Repair).
5. Disconnect the lower intermediate shaft from the power steering gear. Refer to Lower Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (Lower Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement).
6. Disconnect the power brake booster outlet hose (4) and power steering gear outlet hose or the power steering cooler hose (1) from the power steering gear (2).
7. Cap the ends of the hoses and the power steering gear fittings in order to prevent the entrance of dirt.
8. Remove the pitman arm to relay rod retaining nut.
9. Disconnect the pitman arm from the relay rod using the J-24319-B - puller.
10. Disconnect the stabilizer shaft links from the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (Front Suspension).
11. Move the stabilizer shaft down in order to access the lower steering gear bolts.
12. Remove the power steering gear mounting bolts.
13. Remove the power steering gear from the vehicle.
14. Remove the pitman arm to power steering gear retaining nut and washer.
15. Remove the pitman arm from the power steering gear using the J-6632-01 - puller or the J-29107-A - puller.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the pitman arm to the power steering gear.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).
2. Install the pitman arm to power steering gear retaining nut and washer and tighten to 250 Nm (184 lb ft).
3. Install the power steering gear to the vehicle.
4. Install the power steering gear to the frame mounting bolts and tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb ft).
5. Connect the stabilizer shaft links to the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (Front Suspension).
6. Install the pitman arm to relay rod.
7. Install the pitman arm to relay rod retaining nut and tighten to 63 Nm (47 lb ft).
8. Remove the caps from the steering gear and hoses.
9. Connect the power brake booster outlet hose (4) and power steering gear outlet hose or the power steering cooler hose (1) to the power steering gear (2). Tighten the hose fittings to 33 Nm (24 lb ft).
10. Connect the lower intermediate shaft to the power steering gear. Refer to Lower Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (Lower Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement).
11. Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement (Service and Repair).
12. Lower the vehicle.
13. Remove the J-42640 - pin from the steering column lower access hole.
14. Bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding (Service and Repair).
15. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.