Aura V6-3.5L (2007)
Important: All threads must be clean prior to any LOCTITE(R) application. Check the LOCTITE(R) or equivalent container for an
expiration date. Use only enough LOCTITE(R) to evenly coat the threads.
1. If the steering gear has a female steering gear rack (3) and a male steering gear inner tie rod (2) then apply LOCTITE(R) 262 or equivalent to the
steering gear inner tie rod threads.
2. If the steering gear has a male steering gear rack (3) and a female steering gear inner tie rod (2) then do not apply any LOCTITE(R).
3. Hand start the steering gear inner tie rod (2) onto the steering gear rack (3).
Notice: Refer to Pipe Wrench Positioning Notice.
4. Place a pipe wrench on the steering gear rack (3) next to the steering gear inner tie rod housing (2).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
5. Place a torque wrench and wrench J 34028 on the flats of the steering gear inner tie rod housing (2).
Tighten the steering gear inner tie rod to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
6. Place the steering gear inner tie (2) in a vise.
Important: If the steering gear has a female steering gear rack (1) and a male steering gear inner tie rod (2) do not stake anything. If the
steering gear has a male steering gear rack (1) and a female steering gear inner tie rod (2) then the steering gear inner tie rod must be
staked.
7. Stake both sides of the female steering gear inner tie rod housing to the male steering gear rack.
