MDX V6-3471cc 3.5L (2002)
22. Turn the special tool so it will fit through the rack guide hole of the steering gearbox, then position the special tool on the cylinder end seal (A).
Make sure that the special tool is securely positioned on the seal edges.
23. Insert a 24" long 3/8" drive extension (A), on the special tool. Place the steering gearbox in a press, then remove the cylinder end seal (B) from the
gearbox by pressing on the 24" long 3/8" drive extension.
Note these items when pressing the cylinder end seal:
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Keep the tool straight to avoid damaging the cylinder wall. Check the tool angle, and correct it if necessary, when removing the cylinder end
seal.
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Use a press to remove the cylinder end seal. Do not try to remove the seal by striking the tool; striking the tool would break the cylinder end
seal, and the seal would remain in the gearbox.
24. Before removing the valve housing (A), apply vinyl tape (B) to the splines on the pinion shaft (C).
25. Separate the valve housing from the pinion shaft/valve using a press.
