Toyota FJ Cruiser (GSJ 10, 15 series). Instruction - part 373
PS–42
POWER STEERING – POWER STEERING LINK (for 4WD)
PS
15. INSPECT POWER STEERING RACK
(a) Insert a wire 20 mm (0.79 in.) into the vent hole of
the steering rack and ensure that the vent hole is
not clogged with grease.
NOTICE:
If the hole is clogged, the pressure inside the
boot will change after it is assembled and the
steering wheel is turned.
16. INSPECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
(a) Flip the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times as
shown in the illustration, before installing the nut.
(b) Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at
a rate of 2 to 4 seconds per turn and take the torque
reading on the 5th turn.
Torque: (turning)
0.29 to 1.96 N*m (2.96 to 20 kgf*cm, 2.56
to 17.35 in.*lbf)
17. INSPECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY RH
HINT:
Use the same procedures described for the LH side.
18. REMOVE STEERING RACK PISTON RING
(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the "Teflon" ring and
O-ring from the steering rack.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to damage the groove of the ring.
INSPECTION
1.
INSPECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Flip the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times as
shown in the illustration before installing the nut.
(b) Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at
a rate of 2 to 4 seconds per turn and check the
torque reading on the 5th turn.
Torque: 0.29 to 1.96 N*m (2.96 to 20 kgf*cm, 2.56
to 17.35 in.*lbf)
2.
INSPECT POWER STEERING RACK
(a) Using a dial indicator, check the power steering rack
for runout, teeth wear and damage.
Maximum runout:
0.3 mm (0.012 in.)
If necessary, replace the power steering link
assembly.
(b) Check the back surface for wear and damage.
If necessary, replace the power steering link
assembly.
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