MX-5 Miata L4-1597cc 1.6L DOHC (1992)
Fig. 8 Disassembled View Of Manual Steering Gear
1.
Drain lubricant from steering gear housing, then install steering gear assembly in a suitable vise, Fig. 8.
2.
Scribe alignment marks on tie rod ends, then remove tie rod ends together with nuts and clips.
3.
Remove boot wires and boots.
Fig. 3 Tie Rod Removal & Installation.
4.
Uncrimp washers and remove tie rods, Fig. 3, and washers.
5.
Loosen locknut and, using tool 49H032321A or equivalent, remove adjust cover.
6.
Remove spring, friction block, dish springs, holder and the needle roller assembly.
7.
Remove boot support, rear cover locknut, rear cover, oil seal and the upper bearing.
8.
Gently grasp serrated part of pinion and pull it out of gear housing. If pinion is difficult to remove, gently tap gear housing with plastic
hammer while pulling.
9.
To remove lower bearing, heat housing in water to approximately 176°F, then tap end of housing with wooden hammer.
Fig. 5 Removing Rack
10.
Remove rack by taking it out in direction indicated, Fig. 5. Do not damage rack bushing with edge of rack gear.
11.
Break bushing to remove. Be careful not to damage gear housing.
