Mitsubishi 3000GT Service Manual page 979

STEERING
REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
Using the special tool, disconnect the tie rod from the knuckle.
(1) Move the rack completely to the right and then remove
the gear box from the crossmember.
(2) While tilting the gear box downward, remove it to the
left.
Caution
When removing the gear box, pull it out carefully and
slowly to avoid damaging the boots.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
INSTALLATION
When installing the mounting rubber, align the projection of
the mounting rubber with the indentation in the crossmember
to install the gear box.
INSPECTION
GEAR BOX FOR TOTAL PINION TORQUE
Using the special tools, rotate the pinion gear at the rate
of one rotation in approximately 4 to 6 seconds to check
the total pinion torque.
Standard value: 0.6-1.3 Nm (5-11 in.lbs.)
NOTE
Measure the pinion torque through the whole stroke of the
rack.
If the measured value is not within the standard range, first
adjust the rack support cover, and then check the total pinion
starting torque again.
If the total pinion starting torque cannot be adjusted to within
the standard range by adjusting the rack support cover, check
the rack support cover, rack support spring, rack support
and replace any parts necessary.
CHECK THE TIE ROD FOR SWING RESISTANCE
(1) Give 10 hard swings to the tie rod.
(2) Measure the tie rod swing resistance with a spring balance.
Standard value:
8-18 N (1.8-4.0 lbs.) [2-5 Nm (17-43 in.lbs.)]
(3) If the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace
tie rod assembly.
NOTE
Even if the measured value is below the standard value,
the tie rod which swings smoothly without excessive play
may be used.
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