EX35 RWD V6-3.5L (VQ35HR) (2008)
10. Decide on the neutral position of the rack stroke (L).
Standard
L: Refer to ST-54, "Rack Stroke". See: Specifications/Rack Stroke
11. Install rear cover cap to gear sub-assembly.
CAUTION: Make sure that the projection of rear cover cap is aligned with the marking position of gear housing assembly.
12. Apply recommended thread locking sealant to the thread (2 turns thread), and then screw in the adjusting screw until it reaches height "H" from
gear housing assembly measured before disassembling.
13. Move rack assembly 10 strokes throughout the full stroke so that the parts can fit with each other.
14. Adjust pinion rotating torque with the following procedure.
a. Measure pinion rotating torque within ±180° of neutral position of the rack assembly using Tools. Stop the gear at the point where highest
torque is read.
A: Preload gauge [SST: ST3127S000 (J-25765-A)]
B: Preload adapter [SST: KV48103400 ( - )
b. Loosen adjusting screw and retighten to 5.4 Nm (0.55 kg-m, 48 in-lb), and then loosen by 20 to 40°.