Matrix XRS 2WD L4-1.8L (2ZZ-GE) (2003)
30. REMOVE TIE ROD END SUB-ASSY RH
HINT: Remove the RH side by the same procedures as the LH side.
31. INSPECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSY LH
a. Secure the tie rod end LH in a vise.
b. Install the nut to the stud bolt.
c. Flip the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times.
d. Using a torx wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 2 - 4 seconds per 1 turn and take the torque reading of the 5th turn.
Turning torque: 0.49 - 3.43 Nm (5.0 - 35 kgf-cm, 4.34 - 30.38 inch lbs.)
32. INSPECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSY RH
HINT: Inspect the RH side by the same procedures as the LH side.
33. REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT NO.1
a. Remove the steering rack boot clip.
b. Using a screwdriver, remove the clamp and steering rack boot No.1.
34. REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT NO.2
HINT: Remove the steering rack boot No.2 by the same procedures as the No.1.
35. REMOVE STEERING RACK END SUB-ASSY
a. Using a spanner, hold the steering rack steadily and using SST, remove the rack end.
SST 09922-10010
NOTICE: Use SST 09922-10010 in the direction shown in the illustration.
HINT: Mark the RH and LH rack ends.
b. Use the same manner described to the other side.