TL L5-2451cc 2.5L SOHC MFI (1997)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Installation
CAUTION: Be careful not to bend or damage the cylinder lines A and B when removing or installing the steering gearbox.
1. Install the mount cushion on the right side.
2. Loosely install the mounting bracket with the two Gearbox mounting halts on the cushion.
3. Center the steering rack within its stroke.
4. Install the steering joint, and reconnect the steering shaft and pinion shaft.
NOTE: Make sure the steering joint is connected as follows:
a. Insert the upper end of the steering joint onto the steering shaft (line up the bolt hole with the flat on the shah), and loosely install the upper
joint bolt.
b. Slip the lower end of the steering joint onto the pinion shaft (line up the bolt hole with the groove around the shaft), and loosely install the
lower joint bolt. Be sure that the lower joint bolt is securely in the groove in the pinion shaft.
c. Pull on the steering joint to make sure that the steering joint is fully seated. Then tighten the joint bolts.
5. Center the cable reel by first rotating it clockwise until it stops. Then rotate it counterclockwise (approximately two turns) until the arrow mark on
the label points straight up. Reinstall the steering wheel.
