Matrix XRS 2WD L4-1.8L (2ZZ-GE) (2003)
d. Using a transmission jack, support the crossmember.
e. Remove the 4 bolts and front suspension crossmember sub-assy with the steering gear assy.
23. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN HOLE COVER SUB-ASSY NO.1
24. REMOVE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT
a. Place matchmarks on the intermediate shaft with control valve.
b. Remove the bolt and steering intermediate shaft.
25. REMOVE RACK & PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSY
a. Remove the 4 bolts and rack & pinion power steering gear assy from the crossmember.
26. FIX RACK & PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSY
a. Using SST, secure the rack & pinion power steering gear assy in a vise.
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27. REMOVE STEERING LEFT TURN PRESSURE TUBE
a. Using SST, remove the left turn pressure tube.
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b. Remove the 2 O-rings from the left turn pressure tube.
28. REMOVE STEERING RIGHT TURN PRESSURE TUBE
a. Using SST, remove the right turn pressure tube.
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b. Remove the 2 O-rings from the right turn pressure tube.
29. REMOVE TIE ROD END SUB-ASSY LH
a. Place matchmarks on the tie rod end with rack end.
b. Loosen the lock nut, and remove the tie rod end and lock nut.