Locknut (Housing Cover) Assembly Note

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Temporarily attach the tie rod to the steering rack.
Tighten the locknut.

Tightening Torque

20-29 N.m {2.1-2.9 kgf.cm, 15-21 ft.lbf}

Fig 1: Installing Steering Rack Locknut

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