Del Sol Si VTEC L4-1590cc 1.6L DOHC (VTEC) MFI (1997)
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.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the valve seal rings.
23. Remove the vinyl tape from the pinion shaft.
24. Press the pinion shaft/sleeve using a hydraulic press as shown.
CAUTION: Before inserting the pinion shaft, be sure that the backup ring is centered with the pinion shaft bearing.
25. Coat the piston seal ring guide with power steering fluid, and slide it onto the rack, big end first.
26. Position the new O-ring and new piston seal ring on the special tool, then slide them down towards big end of the tool.