MANUAL STEERING GEAR BOX
TIE ROD
POWER STEERING GEAR BOX
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP
POWER STEERING HOSES
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GENERAL
Specifications
Manual Steering
Shaft and joint type
Steering gear type
Rack stroke
Power Steering
Shaft and joint type
Steering gear type
Rack stroke
Oil pump type
Oil pump displacement
Oil pump pressure switch operating pressure
SERVICE STANDARD
GENERAL
Collapsible, cross joints (two joints used)
Rack and pinion
132 mm (lock to lock : 3.7 turns)
Collapsible, cross joints, tilt column with pop-up
Rack and pinion
132 mm (lock to lock : 2.89 turns)
Vane type
9.6 cm3/rev. (0.59 in3/rev.)
1.47-1.96 MPa (15-20 kg/cm2, 213-284 psi)
Manual Steering
Standard value
Steering wheel free play
Steering angle
Inner wheel
Outer wheel
Difference between LH and RH
Tie rod end ball joint starting torque
Total pinion preload
±180° or less from neutral
±180° or more from neutral
Tie rod swing resistance
Power Steering
Standard value
Steering wheel free play
Steering angle
Inner wheel
Outer wheel
Difference between LH and RH
Stationary steering effort
Belt deflection [under 98N (10 kg, 22 lb) force]
Oil pump relief pressure
Total pinion preload
Tie rod swing resistance
There is some noise in all power steering systems. One of the most common is a hissing
sound when the steering wheel is turned and the car is not moving. This noise will
be most evident when turning the wheel while the brakes are applied.
There is no relationship between this noise and steering performance. Do not replace
the valve unless the “hissing” noise is extremely objectionable. A replacement valve will
also have a slight noise, and is not always a cure for the condition.
Retighten
Correct or replace
Replace
Replace
Reroute or replace
Replace
Replace
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Symptom
Probable cause
Remedy
Rattling or chucking
noise in rack and
pinion
Noise in the oil pump
NOTE
A slight “grinding noise” may be heard immediately after the engine is started in extremely cold whether
condition (below-20°C): This is due to power steering fluid characteristics in extreme cold conditions and
is not a malfunction.
Interference with hoses from vehicle body
Loose gear box bracket
Loose tie-rod end and/or ball joint
Worn tie-rod end and/or ball joint
Low fluid level
Air in the fluid
Loose pump mounting bolts
Reroute
Retighten
Retighten
Replace
Replenish
Bleed air
Retighten
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GENERAL
SERVICE ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
Checking Steering Wheel Free Play
1.
Start the engine and with the steering wheel in the straight
ahead position, apply a force of 5 N (1.1 lb) while turning
the steering wheel.
2.
Measure the play at the circumference of the steering wheel.
Check that there is no excessive force change while turning
the steering wheel.
5.
If the stationary steering effort is excessive, check and adjust
the following points:
1) Damage or cracks of the dust covers of the lower arm
ball joint and tie rod end.
2) Pinion preload of the steering gear box and turning
starting torque of the tie rod end ball joint.
3) Turning starting torque of the lower arm ball joint.
Checking Steering Wheel’ Return
Check the steering wheel return and confirm the following
points:
1.
The force required to turn the steering wheel and the wheel
return should be the same for both moderate and sharp
turns.
2.
When the steering wheel is turned 90° and held for a couple
of seconds while the vehicle is being driven at 35 km/h (22
mph), the steering wheel should return at least 70% when
it is released.
NOTE
If the steering wheel is turned very quickly, operation may
be momentarily heavy. This is not a malfunction,
especially during idling, because the oil pump output will
be somewhat decreased.
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GENERAL
Checking Power Steering Fluid Level
1.
Position the vehicle on a level surface.
2.
Start the engine. With the vehicle kept stationary, turn the
steering wheel several times continuously to raise the fluid
temperature from 50 to 60°C (122 to 140°F).
3.
With the engine at idle, turn the steering wheel fully
clockwise and counterclockwise several times.
4.
Make sure there is no foaming or cloudiness in the reservoir
fluid.
5.
Stop the engine to check for a difference in fluid level
between a stationary and a running engine.
NOTE
1) If the fluid level varies 5 mm (0.2 in.) or more, bleed
the system again.
2) If the fluid level suddenly rises after stopping the
engine, insufficient bleeding is indicated.
3) Incomplete bleeding will produce a chattering sound in
the pump and a noise in the flow control valve,
decreasing durability of the pump.
Replacing Power Steering Fluid
Jack up the front of the car and support with rigid racks.
1.
Disconnect the return hose from the oil reservoir and plug
2.
the oil reservoir.
Connect a hose to the disconnected return hose, and drain
3.
the oil into a container.
Disconnect the high-tension cable at the ignition coil side.
4.
While operating the starter motor intermittently, turn the
steering wheel all the way to the left and then to the right
several times to drain the fluid.
Connect the return hoses, then fill the oil reservoir with the
Disconnect the high tension cable, and then, while operating
the starter motor intermittently (for 15 to 20 seconds), turn
the steering wheel all the way to the left and then to the
right five or six times.
CAUTION
1) During air bleeding, replenish the fluid supply so that
the level does not fall below the lower position of the
filter.
2) If air bleeding is done while the vehicle is idling, the
air will be broken up and absorbed into the fluid. Be
sure to do the bleeding only while cranking.
2. Connect the high tension cable, and then start the engine.
3.
Turn the steering wheel to the left and then to the right, until
there are no air bubbles in the oil reservoir.
CAUTION
Do not hold the steering wheel turned all the way to either
stop for longer than ten seconds.
4.
Confirm that the fluid is not milky, and that the level is up
to the specified position.
5.
Check that there is little change in the fluid level when the
steering wheel is turned left and right.
CAUTION
1) If the level of the fluid changes considerably, air
bleeding should be done again.
2) If the fluid level rises suddenly when the engine is
stopped, it indicates that there is still air in the system.
3) If there is air in the system, a jingling noise may be
heard from the pump and the control valve. Air in the
system will shorten the life of the pump and other
parts.
Checking Power Steering Belt Tension
1. Depress the V-belt by applying a pressure of 98 N (10 kg,
22 lb) at the specified point, and measure the deflection to
confirm that it is within the standard value.
If the pin stopper is installed, pull it off in a low tilt position.
7.
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COMPONENTS
TORQUE : Nm (kg.cm, Ib.ft)
REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
2. Remove the coupling bolt.
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3. Remove the tie rods from the knuckle arms, using the
Special Tool (09568-31000).
4. Remove the rack and pinion assembly from the gear box
mounting.
DISASSEMBLY
Before disassembly, measure the rack starting force and pinion
starting torque in the neutral (straight ahead) position for
reference at reassembly.
1. Clean the rack and pinion assembly and mount it in a
soft-jawed vise.
CAUTION
When mounting the rack in the vise, wrap a cloth around
the rack and be careful not to damage the rack when
tightening the vise.
2. Remove the tie rod assembly.
3. Remove the lock nut from the yoke plug.
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4. Using Special Tool (09565-21100), remove the yoke plug.
5. Remove the yoke spring, cushion rubber and support yoke
from the gear box.
6. Remove the dust cap.
7. Remove the oil seal from the gear box.
8. Remove the snap ring from the gear box. Remove the pinion
together with the bearing.
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9. Remove the bearing retainer snap ring from the pinion.
10. Using Special Tool (09565-21000), remove the bearing
from the pinion.
11. Remove the bellows.
12. Using a chisel, unstake the right side rack end nut.
13. Move the rack all the way towards the rack housing and hold
the toothed portion of the rack in a soft-jawed vise. Loosen
the tie rod end and remove the tie rod assembly from the
rack.
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14. Remove the rack from the gear housing.
CAUTION
To keep from damaging the bushing with the rack teeth,
remove the rack from the left side.
INSPECTION
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ASSEMBLY
1. Prior to reassembly, clean all gear box components in a
suitable solvent.
2. Press fit the bearing to the pinion with Special Tool
(09565-21000).
3. Install the snap ring on the pinion.
4. Apply grease to the rack, pinion, bushing, needle roller
bearing and other moving surfaces.
CAUTION
Do not seal the air passage in the housing bushing with
grease.
Recommended grease
Multipurpose grease SAE J310a. NLGI grade #2 EP
5. After inserting the rack into the gear housing, install the
pinion gear in mesh with the rack.
10. Install the tie rod end and bellows. Use a new locking plate
and stake each end.
11. The combined preload of the pinion (with bellows and
grease) should be measured by turning the pinion at a rate
of one revolution every 4 to 6 seconds with Special Tool
(09565-11100). The rack starting force should also be
measured.
CAUTION
The pinion preload should be measured over the full stroke
of the rack.
3. If the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace
the tie rod assembly.
NOTE
Even if the measured value is below the standard value,
a tie rod that swings smoothly without excessive play may
be used. If the measured value is below 4.3 N (0.9 Ib)[100
Ncm (8.7 Ib.in.)], replace the tie rod.
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Bellows Inspection
1. Inspect the bellows for damage or deterioration.
2. Make sure the bellows are secured in the correct position.
3. If the bellows are defective, replace them.
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove the tie rod end from the tie rod.
2. Remove the dust cover from the ball joint.
3. Remove the bellows band.
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4. Remove the bellows clip.
5. Pull the bellows out toward the tie rod.
NOTE
Check for rust on the rack when the bellows are replaced.
6. Remove the feed line from the gear housing.
7. While moving the rack slowly, drain the fluid from the gear
housing.
8. Remove the end plug.
9. With the pinion turned clockwise until the rack is locked,
remove the self-locking nut.
10. Unstake the tab washer between the tie rod and rack with
a chisel.
11. Remove the tie rod from the rack.
CAUTION
Remove the tie rod from the rack, taking care not to twist
the rack.
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12. Remove the rack support cover locking nut.
13. Using Special Tool (09565-21100), remove the rack support
cover.
14. Remove the rack support spring, rack support and bushing
from the gear box.
15. Remove the valve body housing by loosening the two bolts.
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16. Turn the rack stopper clockwise until the end of the circlip
comes out of the slot in the gear housing.
17. When the end of the circlip comes out from the notched hole
of the housing rack cylinder, turn the rack stopper
counterclockwise and remove the circlip.
18. Remove the rack stopper, rack bushing and rack from the
gear housing by moving it toward the pinion side.
CAUTION
When the rack has been removed, be sure to replace the
housing side oil seal.
19. Remove the O-ring from the rack bushing.
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20. Remove the oil seal from the rack bushing.
21. Remove the valve body from valve body housing with a soft
hammer.
22. Use the special tool (09565-21000) to remove the oil seal
and ball bearing from the valve body housing.
23. Use the special tool (09517-21400) to remove the ball
bearing from the gear housing.
CAUTION
Be careful not to damage the pinion valve cylinder inside
of the gear housing.
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24. Use the special tool (09517-21400) to remove the needle
bearing from the gear housing.
25. Use the special tools (09573-21200, 09555-21000) to
remove the back washer and oil seal from the gear housing.
CAUTION
Be careful not to damage the rack cylinder inside of the
gear housing.
INSPECTION
1. Rack
1) Rack tooth face damage or wear
2) Oil seal contact surface damage
3) Rack distortion
4) Oil seal ring damage or wear
5) Oil seal damage or wear
2. Pinion Valve
1) Pinion gear tooth face damage or wear
2) Oil seal contact surface damage
3) Seal ring damage or wear
4) Oil seal damage or wear
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3. Bearing
1) Seizure or abnormal noise during bearing rotation.
2) Excessive play
3) Missing needle bearings
4. Others
1) Damage of the gear housing cylinder bore
2) Boot damage or deterioration
ASSEMBLY
1. Apply the specified oil to the entire surface of the rack oil
19. Stake the end plug at two points on its circumference with
a punch.
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20. Install the bushing, rack support, rack support spring and
rack support cover in the order shown. Apply semi-drying
sealant to the threaded section of the rack support cover
before installation.
21. With the rack placed in the center position, attach the rack
support cover to the gear housing. Tighten the rack support
cover to 11 Nm (112 kg.cm, 8 Ib.ft), using the Special Tool
(09565-21100). Loosen the rack support cover approxi-
mately 30 to 60°, and tighten the locking nut to the specified
torque.
Tightening torque
22. Tighten the feed tube to the specified torque and install the
mounting rubber using adhesive.
23. Apply the specified grease to the bellows mounting position
(fitting groove) of the tie rod.