Tacoma PreRunner V6-4.0L (1GR-FE) (2006)
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Using SST, hold the power steering rack and install the rack end sub-assembly
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Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 345 mm (13.58 inch).
c. Using a brass bar and hammer, stake the 2 claw washers.
NOTICE: Avoid any impact to the power steering rack.
12. INSPECT STEERING RACK END SUB-ASSEMBLY
a. Ensure that the steering rack end hole is not clogged with grease.
HINT: If the hole is clogged, the pressure inside the boot will change after it has been assembled, when the steering wheel is turned.
13. INSTALL STEERING RACK BOOT NO. 1
14. INSTALL STEERING RACK BOOT NO. 2
15. INSTALL STEERING RACK BOOT NO. 1 CLAMP
a. Using SST, tighten the rack boot No. 1 clamp as shown in the illustration.
SST 09521-24010
Clearance: 3.0 mm (0.118 inch) or less
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the rack boot No. 1.
16. INSTALL STEERING RACK BOOT NO. 2 CLAMP
HINT: The installation procedure for the No. 2 side is the same as that for the No. 1 side.
17. INSTALL STEERING RACK BOOT CLIP
a. Using pliers, install the 2 rack boot clips.
18. INSTALL TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
a. Screw the lock nut and tie rod end onto the rack end until the matchmarks are aligned.
b. After adjusting toe-in, torque the nut.
Torque: 55.5 Nm (566 kgf-cm, 41 ft. lbs.)
19. INSTALL TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY RH
HINT: The installation procedure for the RH side is the same as that for the LH side.