GS 300 RWD V6-3.0L (3GR-FSE) (2006)
NOTICE: Use SST 09922-10010 following the direction shown in the illustration.
HINT: Using SST, hold the rack and remove the steering rack end sub-assembly.
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT TOTAL PRELOAD
a. Temporarily install the left and right steering rack ends to prevent steering rack over stroke.
b. Using SST and a torque wrench, inspect preload.
SST 09616-00011
Preload (turning): 1.0 to 2.0 Nm (10.2 to 20.4 kgf-cm, 8.9 to 17.7 inch lbs.)
If turning torque is not as specified, replace the power steering link assembly.
REASSEMBLY
NOTICE: When installing, coat the parts indicated by arrows with silicon grease.
1. INSTALL STEERING RACK END SUB-ASSEMBLY
a. Install 2 new claw washers.
HINT: Align the claws of the claw washer with the steering rack grooves.
b. Using SST, install the steering rack end sub assembly (RH side).
SST 09922-10010
Torque: 76 Nm (775 kgf-cm, 56 ft. lbs.)
NOTICE:
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Use SST09922-10010 following the direction shown in the illustration.
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Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 345 mm (13.58 inch)
HINT: Using SST, hold the steering rack and install the steering rack end sub-assembly
c. Using SST, install the steering rack end sub assembly (LH side).
SST 09922-10010