Lanos SX Sedan L4-1.6L DOHC D-TEC MFI (2001)
5. Disconnect the coolant surge tank from the vehicle by removing the attaching nuts. Without disconnecting the hoses, move the tank out of the
repair area.
6. Disconnect the steering gear inlet and outlet pipe fittings.
7. Remove the left inner and outer tie rod from the vehicle.
8. Disconnect the steering gear retaining bracket nuts from the bottom of each steering gear retaining bracket. Disconnect the steering gear retaining
bracket bolts from the top of each steering gear retaining bracket.
9. Remove the rack and pinion assembly through the front wheel opening.
10. If the studs were removed with the mounting clamps, reinstall the studs into the cowl.
Tighten the steering gear retaining bracket studs to 22 Nm (16 ft. lbs.).
Installation Procedure
1. Install the rack and pinion steering gear assembly through the front wheel opening. The steering gear must be in a straight-ahead position. The
steering wheel spokes must be centered diagonally and point downwards.
