LS 460 AWD V8-4.6L (1UR-FSE) (2009)
(a) Using SST, secure the power steering link assembly.
SST: 09612-00012
HINT: Tape the SST before use.
2. REMOVE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY LH
(a) Put matchmarks on the tie rod assembly LH and the steering rack end sub-assembly.
(b) Loosen the lock nut, and remove the tie rod assembly LH and the lock nut.
3. REMOVE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY RH
HINT: Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.
4. REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT CLIP
(a) Using pliers, remove the 2 steering rack boot clips.
5. REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT NO.1 CLAMP
(a) Using pliers and a screwdriver, remove the steering rack boot No.1 clamp (LH side) as shown in the illustration.
NOTE:
Be careful not to damage the boot.
(b) Remove the RH side by using the same procedure as for the LH side.
6. REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT NO.1
(a) Remove the 2 steering rack boot No.1.
7. REMOVE STEERING RACK END SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Using a screwdriver and a hammer, unstake the RH and LH claw washers.
NOTE:
Avoid any impact to the steering rack.