Tacoma Extra Cab Limited 4WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (2000)
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a. Using SST, press out the oil seal from the pinion bearing adjusting screw.
SST 09950-60010 (09951-00250), 09950-70010 (09951-07100)
b. Coat a new oil seal lip with molybdenum disulfide lithium base grease.
c. Using SST press in the oil seal until it surface is flush with the pinion bearing adjusting screw.
SST 09950-60010 (09951-00250), 09950-70010 (09951-07100)
NOTICE: Make sure to install the oil seal facing the correct direction.
REASSEMBLY
NOTICE: When using a vise, do not overtighten it.
1. COAT WITH MOLYBDENUM DISULFIDE LITHIUM BASE GREASE
2. INSTALL STEERING RACK
a. Install the rack into the rack housing.
NOTICE: Install the rack to the steering pinion housing side of the rack housing as shown.
b. Set the rack notched side so that the pinion can be positioned inside.
3. INSTALL STEERING PINION ASSEMBLY
a. Line up the cutout portion of the steering rack with the pinion assembly.
