RX 330 AWD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2004)
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17. FIX POWER STEERING LINK ASSY
a. Using SST(s), secure the steering link assy.
SST 09612-00012
HINT: Wrap the SST(s) with tape before use, in order to prevent damaging the steering link assy.
18. REMOVE TIE ROD ASSY LH
a. Put matchmarks on the tie rod assy LH and the rack end.
b. Loosen the lock nut and remove the tie rod assy LH and the lock nut.
19. REMOVE TIE ROD ASSY RH
HINT: Perform the same procedure on the other side.
20. REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT CLIP
a. Remove the 2 boot clips.
21. REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT NO.2 CLAMP
a. Using a pliers, remove the rack boot No.2 clamp.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the boot.
22. REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT NO.1 CLAMP
HINT: Perform the same procedure on the other side.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the boot.
23. REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT NO.2
24. REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT NO.1
25. REMOVE STEERING RACK END SUB-ASSY
a. Using a screwdriver and a hammer, unstake the claw washer.
NOTICE: Avoid any impact to the steering rack.
