CR-V LX 4WD L4-1972cc 2.0L DOHC MFI (2000)
20. Press the new bearing into the valve housing with the stamped letter facing up using a hydraulic press and special tool.
21. Apply vinyl tape to the pinion shaft, then coat the vinyl tape with power steering fluid.
22. Insert the pinion shaft into the valve housing. Be careful not to damage the valve seal rings.
23. Remove the vinyl tape from the pinion shaft, then remove any residue from the tape adhesive.
24. Press the pinion shaft/sleeve using a hydraulic press. Check that the pinion shaft/sleeve turns smoothly by turning the pinion shaft.
Steering Rack Reassembly
