Pickup 4WD V6-2972cc 3.0L SOHC (1991)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Power Steering
Removal and Replacement
1.
Disconnect steering shaft from input worm shaft.
2.
Using tool MB990635 or equivalent, disconnect tie rod and pitman arm from relay rod.
3.
Remove air cleaner, disconnect pressure and return hoses from steering gear, and remove undercover.
4.
Loosen steering gear mounting bolts.
5.
On vehicles equipped with automatic transmission, remove throttle linkage and throttle linkage splash shield.
6.
On vehicles equipped with manual transmission, remove starter.
7.
On all models, remove steering gear from below vehicle.
8.
Using tool MB990809 or equivalent, remove pitman arm.
9.
Reverse procedure to install.
Service
Disassembly
Fig. 27 Power Steering Gear. Pickup, 1989 Montero & Starion