MX-5 Miata Mazdaspeed L4-1.8L DOHC Turbo (2004)
Rack Bushing Assembly Note
1. Align the tab of a new rack bushing with the hole in the column.
2. Push the rack bushing in until it is locked in place by the tab.
Lower Bearing Assembly Note
1. Apply grease to a new lower bearing.
2. Set the lower bearing onto the pinion shaft so that the NSK mark on the bearing faces downward.
3. Insert the pinion shaft together with the lower bearing.
4. Press the pinion shaft to seat the lower bearing.
5. Apply grease to the inside of the gear housing as shown.
Steering Rack Assembly Note
1. Secure the mounting bracket in a vise.
2. Apply grease to the rack bushing.
3. Apply grease to the rack teeth and the sliding surface.
Caution:
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Do not plug the ventilation holes with the grease.
Caution:
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Installing the rack from the tube side can damage the rack bushing by dragging the rack teeth across it. When installing the rack, install it
slowly and carefully.
4. Slide the rack in from the tube side.
Pinion Shaft Assembly Note
