Power Steering Gear Disassembly - Lexus 2005 IS300 User Manual

SR-42
SST
Matchmarks
2005 LEXUS IS300 (RM1140U)
STEERING
DISASSEMBLY
NOTICE:
SST
When using a vise, do not overtighten it.
1. REMOVE 2 TURN PRESSURE TUBES
Using SST, remove the 2 turn pressure tubes.
SST
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2. SECURE PS GEAR ASSEMBLY IN VISE
Using SST, secure the PS gear assembly in a vise.
SST
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3. REMOVE RH AND LH TIE ROD ENDS AND LOCK
NUTS
(a) Place matchmarks on the tie rod end, lock nut and rack
end.
(b) Loosen the lock nut, and remove the tie rod end and lock
nut.
(c) Employ the same manner described above to the other
side.
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4. REMOVE RH AND LH CLIPS, RACK BOOTS AND
CLAMPS
(a) Using pliers, loosen the clamp as shown in the illustration.
(b) Remove the clamp, clip and rack boot.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to damage the boot.
HINT:
Mark the RH and LH rack boots.
(c) Employ the same manner described above to the other
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side.
5. REMOVE RH AND LH RACK ENDS AND CLAW WASH-
ERS
(a) Using a screwdriver and a hammer, unstake the washer.
NOTICE:
Avoid any impact on the steering rack.
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- POWER STEERING GEAR
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09612-00012
Author :
SR0UH-03
Date :
1900