Highlander 4WD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2004)
(c) Using a brass bar and a hammer, stake the 2 claw washers.
NOTICE: Avoid any impact to the steering rack.
46. INSPECT STEERING RACK END SUB-ASSY
(a) Ensure that the holes of the rack ends are not clogged with grease.
HINT: If the hole is clogged, the pressure inside the boot will change after it is assembled and steering wheel is turned.
47.
INSTALL STEERING RACK BOOT NO.2
48.
INSTALL STEERING RACK BOOT NO.1
49. INSTALL STEERING RACK BOOT NO.2 CLAMP
(a) Using SST, tighten the rack boot No.2 clamp, as shown in the illustration.
SST 09521-24010
Clearance: 3.0 mm (0.118 in.) or less
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the boot.
50. INSTALL STEERING RACK BOOT NO.1 CLAMP
SST 09521-24010
HINT: Perform the same procedure as for the No.2 clamp.
51. INSTALL STEERING RACK BOOT CLIP
(a) Using pliers, install the 2 boot clips.
52. INSTALL TIE ROD ASSY LH