Supra Liftback L6-2997cc 3.0L DOHC MFI Twin-Turbo (1997)
1. Secure power steering assembly in vise. Using Special Service Tool (SST) 09612 - 00012 or equivalent, secure the power steering gear assembly
in a vise.
2. Remove two turn pressure tubes, as follows:
a. Remove the union bolt and two gaskets.
b. Using SST 09633 - 00020 or equivalent, remove the tube.
c. Remove the two union seats from the rack housing.
3. Remove right and left hand tie rod ends and locknuts. Place matchmarks on the tie rod end and rack end, and loosen the lock nut.
4. Remove right and left hand clips, rack boots and clamps.
NOTICE:
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Be careful not to damage the boot.
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Mark the right and left hand boots.
5. Remove right and left hand rack ends and claw washers, as follows:
a. Using a chisel and a hammer, unstake the washer.
NOTICE: Avoid any impact to the steering rack.
b. Using a (22 mm) spanner to hold the steering rack and using SST 09922 - 10010 or equivalent, remove the rack end.
