Highlander 4WD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2004)
NOTICE: Make sure that the steering rack is placed horizontally.
(b) Check the rack surface for wear and damage.
If runout exceeds maximum, replace the power steering link assy.
31. REMOVE POWER STEERING CYLINDER TUBE OIL SEAL
(a) Using SST and a press, remove the cylinder tube oil seal.
SST
09950-70010 (09951-07360), 09950-60010 (09951-00290)
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the inside surface of the rack housing.
32. REMOVE POWER PISTON OIL SEAL
(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the oil seal and the O-ring.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the oil seal groove.
33. INSTALL POWER PISTON OIL SEAL
(a) Coat a new O-ring with power steering fluid and install it to the steering rack.
(b) Expand the new oil seal with your fingers.
NOTICE: Be careful not to overly expand the oil seal.
(c) Coat the oil seal with power steering fluid.