Mirage Sedan DE L4-1468cc 1.5L SOHC MFI (1997)
a. Rack support cover removal (12).
Using the special tool, remove the rack support cover from the gear box.
b. Oil seal/pinion and valve assembly removal (18 & 19).
Using a plastic hammer, gently tap the pinion to remove it.
c. Seal ring removal (20 & 30).
Cut the seal ring and remove it from the pinion and valve assembly and the rack.
CAUTION: When cutting the seal ring, be careful not to damage the pinion and valve assembly or the rack.
d. Ball bearing/oil seal removal (21 & 22).
Using a socket, remove the oil seal and the ball bearing from the valve housing simultaneously.
e. Circlip removal (24).
1. Turn the rack stopper clockwise until the end of the circlip comes out of the slot in the rack housing.