MDX V6-3471cc 3.5L (2002)
63. Insert an appropriate size deep socket wrench (A) onto the steering rack as shown.
64. Install the cylinder end seal (B) into the bottom of the cylinder by pressing on the tool with a press. Do not push on the tool with excessive force as
it may damage the cylinder end seal.
65. Remove the tool, and center the steering rack.
66. Wrap vinyl tape around the rack end edges, and coat the surface of the tape with the power steering fluid. Make sure that the vinyl tape is wrapped
carefully so there is no stepped portion.
67. Coat the inside surface of the new cylinder end seal with power steering fluid, then install the seal onto the steering rack with its grooved side
toward the piston.
68. Push in the cylinder end seal with your finger. Be careful not to damage the face of the seal with the threads and burrs at the staked position of the
cylinder housing.
69. Remove the vinyl tape from the steering rack, then remove any adhesive residue.
