Lanos S Hatchback L4-1.6L DOHC D-TEC MFI (1999)
Tighten the coupling flange pinch bolt to 22 Nm (16 ft. lbs.).
6. Tighten all the steering gear retaining bracket nuts and bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the steering gear retaining bracket nuts to 38 Nm (28 ft. lbs.).
7. Check that the steering gear has remained in the straight-ahead position.
8. Inspect for leaks. If leaks are found, correct the cause of the leak and bleed system.
9. Connect negative battery cable.
10. Reconnect the coolant surge tank with the attaching nuts.
Tighten
Tighten the coolant surge tank attaching nuts to 4 Nm (36 inch lbs.).
Removal and Installation-Manual
Removal Procedure
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the inner tie rods from the rack and pinion assembly by removing the lock plate, the inner tie rod bolts, and the inner tie rod plate. Do
not reuse the lock plate.
3. Position the steering gear straight ahead by turning the steering wheel until the spokes are centered diagonally and pointing downward.
