Steering Gear and Linkage Inspection
STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE INSPECTIONSteering Rack Inspection
1. Inspect for cracking, damage, and tooth wear.
^ If there is any malfunction, replace the steering rack.
2. Measure the steering rack warp. If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the steering rack.
Warp
Near point A: 0.15 mm (0.006 inch) or less
Near point B: 0.20 mm (0.008 inch) or less
Tie-rod End Inspection
1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and the boot for cracks.
^ If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
^ If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
3. Rotate the ball joint 10 times.
4. Install two nuts to the ball joint and measure the tie-rod end rotational torque using a torque wrench. If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.
Standard rotational torque 0.5 - 3.0 Nm (6 - 30 kgf-cm, 5 - 26 inch lbs.)
Tie rod Inspection
1. Inspect for bending and damage.
^ If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
^ If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
3. Swing the ball joint 10 times.
4. Measure the ball joint swing torque using a pull scale. If it exceeds the specification, replace the tie rod.
Standard swing torque 0.4 - 4.0 Nm (0 kgf-cm, 4 - 35 inch lbs.)
Pull scale reading 0.6 - 29.3 N (0.06 - 2.98 kgf, 0.14 - 6.58 lbs)