Tacoma 4WD L4-2.7L (3RZ-FE) (2004)
1. REMOVE 2 TURN PRESSURE TUBES
a. Using SST, remove the 2 turn pressure tubes.
SST 09023-38200
b. Remove the 2 union seats from the rack housing.
c. Remove the 2 union seats from the control valve housing.
2. SECURE PS GEAR ASSEMBLY IN VISE
Using SST and 2 bolts, secure the gear assembly in a vise, as shown in the illustration.
SST 09612-00012
Reference:
Bolt: 90105-10346
Nut: 90170-10198
HINT: Use 2 of the same type of SST.
3. REMOVE RH AND LH TIE ROD ENDS AND LOCK NUTS
a. Place matchmarks on the tie rod end and rack end.
b. Loosen the look nut, and remove the tie rod end and lock nut.
c. Employ the same manner described above to the other side.
4. REMOVE RH AND LH CLIPS, RACK BOOTS AND CLAMPS
a. Remove the screw and loosen the clamp.
b. Remove the clip, rack boot and clamp.
c. Employ the same manner described above to the other side.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the boot.