MPV DX V6-2.5L DOHC (2000)
TIE-ROD END INSPECTION
1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and boot cracks.
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Replace it as necessary.
2. Inspect the ball joint for looseness.
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Replace the tie-rod end as necessary.
3. Rotate the ball joint five times.
4. Measure the rotation torque of the ball joint using the Special Service Tool (SST) and a pull scale.
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If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.
Rotation torque
0.4 - 2.5 Nm (3.5 - 26.0 kgf-cm, 3.1 - 22.5 inch lbs.)
Pull scale reading
3.4 - 25.5 N (0.35 - 2.60 kgf, 0.8 - 5.7 lbs.)
TIE ROD INSPECTION
1. Inspect the tie rod for bending and damage.
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Replace it as necessary.
2. Inspect the ball joint for looseness.
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Replace the tie rod as necessary.
3. Swing the tie rod five times.
4. Measure the swinging torque using a pull scale.
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If not within the specification, replace the tie rod.
Swinging torque
0.1 - 4.0 Nm (1 - 39 kgf-cm, 0.9 - 33.8 inch lbs.)
Pull scale reading
0.4 - 24.5 N (0.06 - 2.50 kgf, 0.2 - 5.5 lbs.)
Assembly
STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE ASSEMBLY
Caution Place copper plates, rag, or similar material in a vise when securing the mounting bracket portion of the steering gear.
