Tacoma 4WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE) (2006)
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19. REMOVE RACK STEERING PISTON RING
a. Using a screwdriver, remove the piston ring and 0 ring.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the groove for the piston ring.
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY
a. Flip the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times as shown in the illustration before installing the nut.
b. Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 2 to 4 seconds per turn and check the torque reading on the 5th turn.
Torque: 0.49 to 3.43 Nm (5.0 to 35.0 kgf-cm, 4.34 to 30.36 inch lbs.)
2. INSPECT POWER STEERING RACK
a. Using a dial indicator, check the power steering rack for runout, teeth wear and damage.
Maximum runout: 0.3 mm (0.012 inch)
If necessary, replace the power steering link assembly.
b. Check the back surface for wear and damage. If necessary, replace the power steering link assembly.
REASSEMBLY
NOTICE: When installing, coat the parts indicated by the arrows with power steering fluid.
1. INSTALL RACK STEERING PISTON RING
a. Coat a new O-ring with power steering fluid and install it onto the power steering rack.
b. Expand a new piston ring with your fingers.
