Montero XLS 4WD V6-3.5L SOHC (2001)
1. Pull out the rack assembly carefully and take out the rack stopper, rack bush, oil seal and O-ring at the same time.
2. Bend a portion of the oil seal to remove it from the rack bushing.
<<G>> Lower Bearing Removal
Use a brass bar or special tool MB990939 to remove the ball bearing from the gear housing.
<<H>> Needle Bearing Removal
CAUTION: Do not open special tool MB991120 excessively to prevent damaging housing interior.
Use special tool MB991120 to remove the needle roller bearing from the rack housing.
<<I>> Oil Seal Removal
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the inner surface of the rack cylinder of the gear housing.
Use a piece of pipe or similar tool to remove the oil seal from the gear housing.
Reassembly Service Points
