RX 450h AWD V6-3.5L (2GR-FXE) Hybrid (2011)
Text in Illustration
SST : 09960-20010
09961-02010
NOTICE:
*
When securing SST to the steering knuckle, be sure to tighten SST using a string to prevent it from falling.
*
Install SST so that A and B are parallel.
*
Be sure to place a wrench on the part indicated in the illustration.
*
Do not damage the front disc brake dust cover.
*
Do not damage the ball joint dust cover.
*
Do not damage the steering knuckle.
7. SEPARATE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY RH
HINT
Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.
8. REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE
HINT
Refer to the procedure up to Remove Engine Assembly with Transaxle See: Engine, Cooling and Exhaust/Engine/Service and
Repair/Removal and Replacement/Engine Assembly/Removal.
9. REMOVE FRONT NO. 1 STABILIZER BRACKET LH See: Suspension/Stabilizer Bar/Service and Repair/Front Stabilizer Bar/Removal
10. REMOVE FRONT NO. 1 STABILIZER BRACKET RH
HINT
Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.
11. REMOVE FRONT STABILIZER BAR See: Suspension/Stabilizer Bar/Service and Repair/Front Stabilizer Bar/Removal
12. REMOVE STEERING LINK ASSEMBLY
(a) Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts and steering link assembly.
NOTICE:
Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Loosen the bolt with the nut secured.
13. REMOVE TIE ROD ASSEMBLY LH
(a) Put matchmarks on the tie rod assembly LH and the steering rack end sub-assembly.