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INSPECTION
Before making any adjustments affecting caster, camber
or toe-in, the following front end inspection should be
made.
INSPECT
1. Tires for proper inflation pressure. Refer to “Wheels
and Tires” in section 3E.
2. Front wheel bearings for proper adjustment. Refer to
“Front Wheel Drive” in section 4C.
3. Ball joints, tie rod ends and relay rods. If excessive
looseness is noted, correct before adjusting. Refer to
“Steering Linkage” in section 2A.
4. Wheel and tires for run-out. Refer to “Wheels and
Tires”in section 3E.
5. Trim height. If not within specifications, the
correction must be made before adjusting caster.
6. Steering gear for looseness at the frame.
7. Shock absorbers for leaks or any noticeable noise.
Refer to “Front Suspension” in section 3C.
8. Control arms or stabilizer bar attachment for
looseness. Refer to “Front Suspension“ in section 3C.
9. Alignment equipment. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions.
10. Level of the vehicle. The vehicle must be on a level
surface.
TRIM HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Adjust the trim height by means of the adjusting bolt on
the height control arms.
CAUTION:
When adjusting front end alignment, be sure to begin
with trim height as trim height adjustment may change
other adjusted alignments.
1. Check and adjust the tire inflation pressures.
2. Park the vehicle on a level ground and move the front
of the vehicle up and down several times to settle the
suspension.
3. Make necessary adjustment with the adjusting bolt
on the height control arms.
Trim Height(Z) mm(in)
139 ± 5 (5.47 ± 0.2)FRONT END ALIGNMENT 2A – 3
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
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2A – 4 FRONT END ALIGNMENT
CASTER ADJUSTMENT
The caster angle can be adjusted by means of the caster
shims installed between the chassis frame and fulcrum
pins.
Caster Angle
1998 model
2° 10‘ ± 45‘
2000 model and later
RH 2° 22‘ ± 45‘
LH 2° 10‘ ± 45‘
CAUTION:
Left and right side to be equal within 30’
NOTE:
Difference of the caster shim front/rear thickness shall be
3.2 mm (0.126 in) or less. Overall thickness of caster shim
and camber shim shall be 10.8 mm (0.425 in) or less.
Tighten the fulcrum pin bolt to the specified torque.
Fulcrum Pin Bolt Torque N·m (kg·m/lb·ft)
152 (15.5 / 112)
CAMBER ADJUSTMENT
The camber angle can be adjusted by means of the
camber shims installed in position between the chassis
frame and fulcrum pins.
Wheel Alignment Specification
Camber Angle 0° ± 30‘
King pin inclination 12° 30‘ ± 30‘
CAUTION:
Left and right side to be equal within 30’
NOTE:
Overall thickness of caster shim and camber shim shall
be 10.8 mm (0.425 in) or less.
Tighten the fulcrum pin bolt to the specified torque.
Fulcrum Pin Bolt Torque N·m (kg·m/lb·ft)
152 (15.5 / 112)
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FRONT END ALIGNMENT 2A – 5
Position of shim
Camber angle Caster angle
Front side Rear side
When added When removed Decreases Decreases
When removed When added Increases Increases
Caster shim
When removed Unchanged Decreases
When added Unchanged Increases
When added Decreases Unchanged
Camber shim
When removed Increases Unchanged
TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT
1. To adjust the toe-in angle, loosen the lock nuts on the
outer track rods and turn the outer track rods. Turn
both rods the same amount, to keep the steering
wheel centered.
Toe-in mm(in)
0 ± 2 (0 ± 0.08)
2. Tighten the lock nut to the specified torque.
Lock Nut Torque N·m (kg·m/lb·ft)
118 (12.0 / 87)
MAXIMUM STEERING ANGLE
ADJUSTMENT
The maximum steering angle of the front wheels can be
adjusted with the stopper bolts under the frame side
members.
1. Position each front wheel on the turning radius gauge
in a straight-ahead position.
2. Set the parking brake firmly.
3. Adjust the inside wheel angle of each side with the
stopper bolts.
NOTE:
The maximum protruding length (L) of stopper bolt from
the lock nut should be 10 mm (0.4 in) or less.
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6. Tighten the lock nut to the specified torque.
Lock Nut Torque N·m (kg·m/lb·ft)
23 (2.3 / 17) 2A – 6 FRONT END ALIGNMENT
4. Similarly adjust the inside wheel angle of the other
side with stopper bolt.
Maximum Steering Angle
Inside wheel 34°+0°
-2°
Outside wheel 32°
NOTE:
Maximum steering angles should be set after adjusting
front wheel alignment.
5. If the stop between the lower link end and the knuckle
comes ahead of the stopper bolt, adjust the stopper
bolt so that inner stopper bolt touches the drop arm
(relay lever).
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POWER STEERING 2A – 7
SECTION 2A
POWER STEERING
CONTENTS
PAGE
General Description ......................................................................................................... 2A – 8
Power Steering Gear ................................................................................................... 2A – 9
Hydraulic Pump ........................................................................................................... 2A – 9
Pressure Switch (6VD1, 6VE1 Engine) ....................................................................... 2A – 9
Power Steering System Test .......................................................................................... 2A – 10
On-Vehicle Service ........................................................................................................... 2A – 12
Bleeding The Power Steering System ....................................................................... 2A – 12
Flushing The Power Steering System ....................................................................... 2A – 12
Steering Gear ............................................................................................................... 2A – 13
Power Steering Pump (6VD1, 6VE1 Engine Models) ............................................... 2A – 16
Power Steering Pump (4JG2 Engine Model) ............................................................ 2A – 18
Power Steering Pump (4JX1 Engine Model)............................................................. 2A – 20
Unit Repair........................................................................................................................ 2A – 22
Steering Gear ............................................................................................................... 2A – 22
Power Steering Pump (6VD1, 6VE1 Engine Models) ............................................... 2A – 28
Power Steering Pump (4JG2 Engine Model) ............................................................ 2A – 32
Power Steering Pump (4JX1 Engine Model)............................................................. 2A – 36
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2A – 8 POWER STEERING
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
6VD1, 6VE1 Engine Models4JG2 Engine Model4JX1 Engine Model
This illustration is based on the LHD model.
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POWER STEERING 2A – 9
The hydraulic power steering system consists of a
pump, an oil reservoir, a steering gear, a pressure
hose and a return hose.
POWER STEERING GEAR
The power steering gear has a recirculating ball
system which acts as a rolling thread between the
worm shaft and the rack piston. When the worm
shaft is turned right, the rack piston moves up in
gear. Turning the worm shaft left moves the rack
piston down in gear. The rack piston teeth mesh
with the sector, which is part of the sector shaft.
Turning the worm shaft turns the sector shaft,
which turns the wheels through the steering
linkage.
The control valve in the steering gear directs the
power steering fluid to either side of the rack
piston. The rack piston converts the hydraulic
pressure into a mechanical force. If the steering
system becomes damaged and loses hydraulic
pressure, the vehicle can be controlled manually.
HYDRAULIC PUMP
The hydraulic pump is vane-type design.
There are two bore openings at the rear of the
pump housing. The smaller opening contains the
pressure line union and flow control valve.
PRESSURE SWITCH (6VD1,
6VE1 Engine)
When hydraulic pressure reaches 3650 ± 350 kPa
(530 ± 50 PSI), the pressure switch closes causing
ECM to actuate the idle air control valve to prevent
the overload-induced engine speed down. The
switch opens when hydraulic pressure drops to
3150 ± 350 kPa (460 ± 50PSI).
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2A – 10 POWER STEERING
POWER STEERING SYSTEM TEST
TEST PROCEDURE
Test of fluid pressure in the power steering system
is performed to determine whether or not the oil
pump and power steering unit are functioning
normally.
The power steering system test is method used to
identify and isolate hydraulic circuit difficulties.
Prior to performing this test, the following
inspections and corrections, if necessary, must be
made.
INSPECT
•Pump reservoir for proper fluid level.
•Pump belt for proper tension.
•Pump driver pulley condition.
1. Place a container under the pump to catch the
fluid when disconnecting or connecting the
hoses.
2. With the engine NOT running , disconnect the
pressure hose at the power steering pump and
install Power Steering tester.
The gage must be between the shutoff valve
and pump. Open the shutoff valve.
Tester: 5-8840-0135-0 (J-29877-A)
Adapter: 5-8840-2297-0 (For 6VD1, 6VE1, 4JX1)
5-8840-0136-0 (For 4JG2)3. Check the fluid level. Fill the reservoir with
power steering fluid, to the “Full” mark. Start
the engine then turn the steering wheel and
momentarily hold it against a stop. Turn off
and check the connections at tester for leakage.
4. Bleed the system. Refer to “Bleeding the
Power Steering System” in this section.
5. Start the engine and check the pump fluid
level. Add power steering fluid if required.
When the engine is at normal operating
temperature, increase engine speed to 1500
rpm.
CAUTION:
Do not leave shutoff valve fully closed for more
than 5 seconds, as the pump could become
damaged internally.
6. Fully close the shutoff valve. Record the
highest pressures.
•If the pressure recorded is within 9300-9800
kPa (1350-1420 psi) For 6VD1, 6VE1, and
9800-10300 kPa (100-105 kg/cm
2/ 1420-1490
psi) For 4JG2, 4JX1, the pump is functioning
within its specifications.
•If the pressure recorded is higher than 9800
kPa (1420 psi) For 6VD1, 6VE1, and 10300
kPa (105 kg/cm
2/ 1490 psi) For 4JG2, 4JX1,
the valve in the pump is defective.