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If the measured value is not within the standard range, first adjust the adjust
screw, and then check the total pinion torque again.
2. If the total pinion torque cannot be adjusted to within the standard range by
adjusting the adjust screw, replace the power steering gear.
Fig. 52: Locating Adjust Screw
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TIE ROD SWING RESISTANCE CHECK 1. Give 10 hard swings to the tie rod.
2. Measure the tie rod swing resistance with a spring scale.
Standard value: 5.3 - 17.3 N (1.2 - 3.8 lb) [1.5 - 4.9 N.m (13.2 - 43.4 in-lb)]
3. If the measured value exceeds the standard value,
replace the tie rod.
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4. If the measured value is below the standard value, the tie rod can be reused if it
swings smoothly without excessive play.
Fig. 53: Checking Tie Rod Swing Resistance
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TIE ROD END BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK 1. Check the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing it with your finger.
2. If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the tie rod end. DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
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Fig. 54: Disassembling Power Steering Gear Box & Linkage
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Required Special Tools:
MB991006: Preload Socket MD998812: Installer Cap MD998813: Installer 100 MD998822: Installer Adapter MD998368: Bearin
g Installe
r
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MD999569: Camshaft Oil Seal Installer MB990996: Lower Arm Bushing Arbor
LUBRICATION AND SEALING POINTS Fig. 55: Identifying Lubrication And Sealing Points
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DISASSEMBLY SERVICE POINT << A>> GEAR HOUSING MOUNTING BUSHING REMOVAL Use special tools MD998812, MD998813, MD998822 and MD998368 to remove
the
gear housin
g mountin
g bushin
g.
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Fig. 56: Removing Gear Housing Mounting Bushing Using Special Tools
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ASSEMBLY SERVICE POINT >>A<< GEAR HOUSING MOUNTING BUSHING INSTALLATION Use special tools MD999569 and MB990996 to press fit the gear housing mounting bushin
g in the s
pecified an
gle.
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Fig. 57: Installing Housing Mounting Bushing (1 Of 2)
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Fig. 58: Installing Housing Mounting Bushing (2 Of 2)
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ASSEMBLY SERVICE POINT >>B<< TOTAL PINION TORQUE ADJUSTMENT
CAUTION:
Be sure there is no ratcheting or catching when
operating the rack towards the shaft. Measure the total pinion torque through the
whole stroke of the rack.
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1. Using special tool MB991006, rotate the pinion shaft at the rate of one rotation
in four to six seconds to check the total pinion torque and the change in torque.
Standard value:
Total pinion torque: 0.8 - 1.9 N.m (7.1 - 16.8 in-lb)
[Change in torque: 0.7 N.m (6.2 in-lb) or less]
2. If the total pinion torque or the change in torque is outside the standard value,
loosen the adjust screw once and retighten it to the specified torque 5.4 +/- 0.5
N.m (48 +/- 4 in-lb). Loosen the adjust screw 20 - 40 degrees, and adjust the
pinion torque again.
CAUTION: When adjusting, set at the highest value of the
standard value range.
NOTE: If the total pinion toque cannot be adjusted to the
standard value within the standard range, replace the
steering gear assembly.
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