Mazda RX-8 Workshop Manual page 2422

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2011 - RX-8 - Steering
STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT
1. Remove the locknut using the SST.
2. Apply sealant to the threads of the adjustment cover.
3. Tighten the adjustment cover to 20—29 N·m {2.1—2.9 kgf·m, 15—21 ft·lbf} .
4. After swinging the steering rack left and right 10 times, tighten the adjustment cover again
to 5.8 N·m {59 kgf·cm, 51 in·lbf}.
5. Loosen the adjustment cover 10—20°.
6. Lock the adjustment cover against rotation and tighten the locknut using the SST.