Mirage Sedan LS L4-1834cc 1.8L SOHC MFI (1999)
1. Turn the rack stopper clockwise until the end of the circlip comes out of the slot in the rack housing.
2. Turn the rack stopper counterclockwise to remove the circlip.
CAUTION: Note that if the rack stopper is first turned counterclockwise, the circlip will get caught in the slot in the housing and the rack
stopper will not turn.
<F>Rack Stopper/Rack Bushing/Rack Removal
Pull out the rack assembly gently, and remove the rack stopper and rack bushing together.
<G>Oil Seal Removal
Partially bend the oil seal to remove from the rack bushing.
CAUTION: Do not damage the oil seal press fitting surface of the rack bushing.
<H>Ball Bearing Removal
Use a brass bar or the special tool to remove the ball bearing from the gear housing.
<I>Needle Roller Bearing Removal
Use the special tool to remove the needle roller bearing from the rack housing.
CAUTION: Do not open the special tool excessively to prevent damaging housing interior.
<J>Oil Seal Removal
