Highlander 4WD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) Hybrid (2007)
4. REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT NO.1 CLAMP
(a)
Using pliers and a screwdriver, remove the steering rack boot No.1 clamp (LH side) as shown in the illustration.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the steering rack boot No.1.
(b) Remove the RH side by using the same procedure as for the LH side.
5. REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT NO.1
(a)
Remove the 2 steering rack boot No.1.
6. REMOVE STEERING RACK END SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a)
Using a screwdriver and a hammer, unstake the RH and LH claw washers.
NOTICE: Avoid any impact to the steering rack.
(b) Using SST, remove the steering rack end subassembly (LH side) and the claw washer.
SST 09922-10010
NOTICE: Use SST 09922-10010 following the direction shown in the illustration.