240 L4-2320cc 2.3L SOHC VIN 83 B230FD (1993)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Removal/Installation
W/O SRS
1.
Loosen steering shaft flange from pinion shaft.
2.
Raise vehicle and support front end on jack stands.
3.
Using puller tool No. 5043, disconnect steering rods from steering arms.
4.
Remove lower splash pan.
5.
On power steering units, disconnect hoses at steering gear.
6.
On all units, remove four steering gear retaining nuts and bolts. Remove steering gear.
W/ SRS
1.
Disarm airbag system as described under ``Precautions.''
2.
Raise and support vehicle, then disconnect tie rods from steering arms using puller 5043.
3.
Remove splash guard under engine, then loosen screws for hydraulic hoses a few turns. Leave screws in place.
4.
Place a container under steering gear, then turn steering wheel from lock to lock until steering gear is empty. Engine must not be running.
5.
Drain power steering fluid reservoir.
6.
Loosen lower flange from steering gear, then disconnect hydraulic hoses from steering gear.
7.
Disconnect steering gear from front axle member, retaining spacers, then pull steering gear down until it comes free from flange and remove gear
on left side. Retain locating pins.
8.
Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
a. Tighten fasteners to specifications.
b. Arm airbag system as described under ``Precautions.''
