Avalon XL V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE) (1997)
a. Using a screwdriver and hammer, unstake the washer.
CAUTION: Avoid any impact to the steering rack.
b. Using a spanner (24 mm) to hold the steering rack steady, and using SST 09922 - 10010, remove the rack end.
CAUTION:
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Use SST 09922 - 10010 in the direction shown in the illustration.
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Mark the RH and LH rack ends.
c. Remove the washer from the rack end.
6. Remove rack guide spring cap lock nut. Using SST 09922 - 10010, remove the nut.
CAUTION: Use SST 09922 - 10010 in the direction shown in the illustration.
7. Remove rack guide spring cap, rack guide spring, rack guide and rack guide seat.
a. Using SST 09631 - 10021, remove the cap.
b. Remove the seat from the-guide.
8. Remove rack housing cap.