RX 300 FWD V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE) (1999)
a. Apply sealant to 2 or 3 threads of the cap.
Sealant: Part No.08833-00080, THREE BOND 1344, LOCTITE 242 or equivalent
b. Temporarily install the cap.
15. ADJUST TOTAL PRELOAD
a. To prevent the steering rack teeth from damaging oil seal lip, temporarily install the RH and LH rack ends.
b. Using SST, torque the rack guide spring cap.
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Torque: 25 Nm (250 kgf-cm, 18 ft. lbs.)
c. Using SST, return the cap 120°.
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d. Using SST, turn the control valve shaft right and left 1 or 2 times.
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e. Using SST, loosen the cap until the rack guide spring not functioning.
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f.
Using SST and a torque wrench, tighten the cap until the preload is within specification.
SST 09616-00010, 09631-10021