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GENERAL – How to Use This Manual00-4
EXPLANATION OF MANUAL CONTENTS
Indicates procedures to be performed
before the work in that section is started,
and procedures to be performed after
the work in that section is finished.
Indicates (by symbols) where lubrica-
tion is necessary.
Maintenance and Servicing Procedures
The numbers provided within the diagram indi-
cate the sequence for maintenance and servic-
ing procedures.
Removal steps:
The part designation number corresponds
to the number in the illustration to indicate
removal steps.
Disassembly steps:
The part designation number corresponds
to the number in the illustration to indicate
disassembly steps.Installation steps:
Specified in case installation is impossible
in reverse order of removal steps. Omitted
if installation is possible in reverse order of
removal steps.
Reassembly steps:
Specified in case reassembly is impossible
in reverse order of disassembly steps.
Omitted if reassemby is possible in reverse
order of disassembly steps.
Classifications of Major Maintenance/Service Points
When there are major points relative to maintenance and servicing procedures
(such as essential maintenance and service points, maintenance and service stan-
dard values, information regarding the use of special tools, etc.), these are ar-
ranged together as major maintenance and service points and explained in detail.
A: Indicates that there are essential points for removal or disassembly.
A: Indicates that there are essential points for installation or reassembly.
Symbols for Lubrication, Sealants and Adhesives
Information concerning the locations for lubrica-
tion and for application of sealants and adhe-
sives is provided, by using symbols, in the dia-
gram of component parts or on the page follow-
ing the component parts page, and explained.: Grease
(multipurpose grease unless there is a
brand or type specified)
: Sealant or adhesive
: Brake fluid or automatic transmission fluid
: Engine oil, gear oil or air conditioner com-
pressor oil
: Adhesive tape or butyl rubber tape
Component Diagram
A diagram of the component parts is
provided near the front of each section
in order to give a reader a better under-
standing of the installed condition of
component parts.
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REAR AXLE – On-vehicle Service REAR AXLE – On-vehicle Service 27-34
BLEEDING
1. Lift up the vehicle.
2. Connect the MUT-II to the 16-pin diagnosis connector.
Caution
Before connecting or disconnecting the MUT-II,
always turn off the ignition switch.
3. Turn on the ignition switch.
4. Operate the MUT-II (Item No.10) to activate the hydraulic
unit forcibly.
NOTE
(1) The forced activation (air bleeding mode) will be
automatically canceled after 5 minutes operation. It
can also be canceled forcibly by operating the clear
key on the MUT-II.
(2) While this function is being disabled by the fail-safe
function, the forced activation of the hydraulic unit
can not be executed.
5. Remove the cap of the left bleeder screw on the torque
transfer differential and connect a vinyl hose.
6. Gradually turn the steering wheel clockwise from the
straight-ahead position. At this time, loosen the left bleeder
screw and check that fluid is discharged with air.
7. After air has been completely discharged, tighten the
bleeder screw.
Caution
While the system is being bled of air, add fluid as
necessary to ensure that it is left in the oil reservoir
during the entire procedure.
8. Repeat steps (6) and (7) two to three times until no air
bubbles are recognized in the fluid that comes out. Then,
tighten the bleeder screw to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 9 Nm
9. Perform steps (5) through (8) for the right bleeder screw.
Note, however, that the steering wheel should be turned
counterclockwise.
10. After the system has been completely bled of air, check
for the fluid level. (Refer to P.27-33.)
Caution
If the system is not completely bled of air, the hydraulic
unit could generate noise, degrading pump durability.
AYC OPERATION CHECK
1. Lift up the vehicle.
2. Connect the MUT-II to the 16-pin diagnosis connector.
Caution
Before connecting or disconnecting the MUT-II, always
turn off the ignition switch.
3. Start the engine.
4. Operate the MUT-II with the transmission in 2nd or a
higher gear and check to ensure that the vehicle speed
is higher than 10 km/h using the Data List (Item 10).
Bleeder
screws Vinyl hose
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STEERING – Power Steering Gear Box37A-9
Lubrication and Sealing Points
Fluid:
Automatic
transmission
fluid DEXRON
or DEXRON II
Grease: Repair kit grease
Fluid:
Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON or DEXRON II
Fluid:
Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON or DEXRON II
Fluid:
Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON or DEXRON II
Fluid:
Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON or DEXRON II
Grease: Repair kit grease
Sealant:
3M ATD Part No. 8661 or
equivalent
Fluid:
Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON or DEXRON II
Grease: Silicone grease
Fluid:
Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON or DEXRON II
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STEERING – Power Steering Gear Box37A-13
2. Cover rack serrations with special tool.
3. Apply the specified fluid on the special tool.
Specified fluid:
Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON or DEXRON II
4. Match the oil seal centre with rack to prevent retainer
spring from slipping and slowly insert rack from power
cylinder side.
EOIL SEAL / RACK BUSHING INSTALLATION
1. Apply the specified fluid to the outer surface of the oil
seal. Press-fit the oil seal using the special tool until it
is flush with the bushing end face.
Specified fluid:
Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON or DEXRON II
2. Apply the specified fluid to the oil seal inner surface and
the O-ring.
Specified fluid:
Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON or DEXRON II
3. Wrap the rack end with plastic tape, and push the rack
bushing onto the rack.
FCIRCLIP INSTALLATION
Insert the circlip to the rack stopper hole through the cylinder
hole. Turn the rack stopper clockwise and insert the circlip
firmly.
Caution
Insert the circlip to the rack stopper hole while turning
the rack stopper clockwise.
GOIL SEAL / BALL BEARING INSTALLATION
1. Apply a coating of the specified fluid to the outside of
the oil seal. Using the special tools, press the oil seal
into the valve housing.
Specified fluid:
Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON or DEXRON II
MB991214
Oil seal
Oil seal
MB990927
Rack
bushingO-ring
Rack bushingPlastic tape
Circlip
SlotCirclip
Slot
Oil sealMB990938
MB991203
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STEERING – Power Steering Gear Box37A-14
2. Apply a coating of the specified fluid to the outside of
the ball bearing. Using the special tools, press the ball
bearing into the valve housing.
Specified fluid:
Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON or DEXRON II
HSEAL RING INSTALLATION
1. Kneed the seal ring to soften it.
2. Apply the specified fluid to the seal ring, and install to
the rack groove.
Specified fluid:
Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON or DEXRON II
3. Insert the tapered side of the special tool from the pinion
gear side, and compress the seal ring.
IOIL SEAL INSTALLATION
Use the special tool to press the oil seal into the valve housing.
The upper surface of the oil seal should project outwards
approx. 1 mm from the housing edge surface.
Caution
If the oil seal is flush with or lower than the housing
edge, it will cause oil leaks and require reassembly.
JEND PLUG INSTALLATION
1. Apply the specified sealant to the threaded part of the
end plug.
Specified sealant:
3M ATD Part No.8661 or equivalent
2. Secure the threaded portion of the end plug at two places
by using a punch.
KTOTAL PINION TORQUE ADJUSTMENT
1. Position the rack at its centre. Tighten the rack support
cover to 15 Nm.
2. In neutral position, rotate the pinion shaft clockwise one
turn/4 – 6 seconds with the special tool. Return the rack
support cover 30 – 60 and adjust torque to the standard
value.
Ball bearingMB990938
MB991203
Pinion gearMB991317
Tapered side
Approx. 1 mmMB990941
End plug
SealantEnd plug
MB991006