Mirage Sedan LS L4-1834cc 1.8L SOHC MFI (1999)
Using the special tools, rotate the pinion gear at the rate of one rotation in approximately 4 to 6 seconds to check the total pinion torque.
Standard value: 0.6 - 1.4 Nm (0.4 - 1.0 ft. lbs.) [Change in torque: 0.4 Nm (0.3 ft. lbs.)]
CAUTION: When holding the steering gear box assembly in a vice, secure its mounting positions. If it is secured in any other places, the gear
housing may become deformed or damaged.
NOTE: When measuring, remove the bellows from the rack housing. Measure the pinion torque through the whole stroke of the rack.
If the measured value is not within the standard range, first adjust the rack support cover, and then check the total pinion torque again.
If the total pinion torque cannot be adjusted to within the standard range by adjusting the rack support cover, check the rack support cover, rack
support spring, rack support and replace any parts if necessary.
Check The Tie-Rod For Swing Resistance
1. Give 10 hard swings to the tie-rod.
2. Measure the tie-rod swing resistance with a spring scale.
Standard value:
7 - 24 N (1.5 - 5.3 lbs.)
[1.5 - 4.9 Nm (1.1 - 3.6 ft. lbs.)]
3. When the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the tie-rod end.
4. When the measured value is lower than the standard value, check that ball joint turns smoothly without excessive play. If so, it is possible to use
that ball joint.
