RAV4 2WD L4-2.0L (1AZ-FE) (2003)
a. Using SST, stop the control valve shaft rotating and install a new self-locking nut.
SST 09616-00011
Torque: 12 Nm (125 kgf-cm, 9 ft. lbs.)
b. Turn "C "of SST to measure the dimension "A," then set SST as shown in the illustration.
SST 09613-12020
Dimension A: 16.5 - 17.0 mm (0.65 - 0.67 inch)
c. Stake the self-locking nut by turning "B" of the SST until it touches the spacer of the SST.
10. INSTALL RACK HOUSING CAP
a. Apply sealant to 2 or 3 threads of the rack housing cap.
Sealant: Part No. 08833-00080, THREE BOND 1344, LOCTITE 242 or equivalent
b. Install the rack housing cap.
Torque: 69 Nm (700 kgf-cm, 51 ft. lbs.)
11. INSTALL RACK GUIDE, CONICAL SPRING, RACK GUIDE SPRING AND RACK GUIDE SPRING CAP
a. Install the rack guide, conical spring and rack guide spring.
NOTICE: Make sure to install the conical spring facing in the correct direction.
b. Apply sealant to 2 or 3 threads of the rack guide spring cap.
Sealant: Part No. 08833-00080, THREE BOND 1344, LOCTITE 242 or equivalent
c. Temporarily install the rack guide spring cap.
12. ADJUST TOTAL PRELOAD