CR-V EX 4WD L4-1972cc 2.0L DOHC MFI (2000)
a. Insert the upper end of the steering joint onto the steering shaft (line up the bolt hole with the flat on the shaft).
b. Slip the lower end of the steering joint onto the pinion shaft.
c. Install the lower joint bolt (line up the bolt hole with the groove around the shaft). Be sure that the lower joint bolt is securely in the groove in
the pinion shaft.
d. Pull on the steering joint to make sure that the steering joint is fully seated.
e. Install the upper joint bolt.
16. Reinstall the steering wheel.
17. Wipe off any grease contamination from the ball joint tapered section and threads then reconnect the tie-rod ends to the steering knuckles. Install
new cotter pins.
18. With 4WD, connect the propeller shaft and transfer assembly.
19. Connect the shift linkage to the transmission.
20. Install the TWC.
21. Install the front wheels.
22. Fill the system with power steering fluid, and bleed air from the system.
23. After installation, perform the following checks.
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Start the engine, allow it to idle, and turn the steering wheel from lock-to-lock several times to warm up the fluid. Check the gearbox for leaks.
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Adjust the front toe.
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Check the steering wheel spoke angle.
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Adjust by turning the right and left tie-rods equally, if necessary.
