Protege DX L4-16L DOHC (2000): Steering Gear Hydraulic System Bleeding
2. Measure the runout of the rack.
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If not within the specification, replace the rack.
Runout
Near point A: 0.15 mm (0.0059 inch) max.
Near point B: 0.20 mm (0.0079 inch) max.
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 5 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
0.35 - 2.54 Nm (3.5 - 26.0 kgf-cm, 3.1 - 22.5 inch lbs.)
Pull scale reading
3.5 - 25.4 N (0.35 - 2.60 kgf, 0.78 - 5.72 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 5 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 - 3.8 Nm (1 - 39 kgf-cm, 1 - 33 inch lbs.)
Pull scale reading
