Tacoma S-Runner 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (2001)
8. REMOVE RACK GUIDE SPRING CAP, RACK GUIDE SPRING, RACK GUIDE AND RACK GUIDE SEAT
a. Using SST, remove the rack guide spring cap, rack guide spring and rack guide.
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b. Remove the rack guide seat from the guide.
9. REMOVE RACK HOUSING CAP
10. REMOVE SELF-LOCKING NUT
Using SST to stop the control valve shaft rotating, remove the self locking nut.
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11. REMOVE DUST COVER
12. REMOVE CONTROL VALVE HOUSING WITH CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY
a. Place matchmarks on the control valve housing and rack housing.
b. Remove the 2 bolts.
c. Pull out the control valve housing with the control valve assembly.
d. Remove the gasket from the rack housing.
13. REMOVE CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY
a. To prevent oil seal lip damage, wind vinyl tape on the serrated part of the valve shaft.
b. Press out the control valve assembly with the oil seal.
NOTICE:
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Place a shop rag between the valve housing and the blocks.
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Be careful not to drop the valve assembly.