Rack Housing Assembly

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Disconnect the four pipes from gearbox.
NOTE: Remove the pipes C and D, which are fixed to clamp plate, as a unit.
Secure the gearbox removed from vehicle in a vise using ST.
ST1 926200000 STAND

ST2 34199AG000 BOSS D

CAUTION: Secure the gearbox in a vise using ST as shown in the figure. Do not secure the gearbox without this ST.

Fig 1: Securing Gearbox In A Vise Using ST
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Remove the tie-rod end and lock nut from gearbox.
Remove the small clip from the boot using pliers, and then move the boot to tie-rod end side.

Fig 2: Removing Small Clip From Boot Using Pliers
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Using a flat tip screwdriver, remove the band from boot.
NOTE: Replace the boot if there is damage, cracks or deterioration.

Fig 3: Removing Band From Boot Using Flat Tip Screwdriver
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Using the ST, loosen the lock nut.
ST 926230000 SPANNER

Fig 4: Loosening Lock Nut Using ST
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Tighten the adjusting screw until it can no longer be tightened.

Fig 5: Tightening Adjusting Screw
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Remove the tie-rod.
Loosen the adjusting screw, and remove the spring and sleeve.
Remove the two bolts securing valve assembly.

Fig 6: Removing Bolts Securing Valve Assembly
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Carefully draw out the input shaft and remove the valve assembly.

Fig 7: Removing Valve Assembly
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Using a drill, release the crimping of holder.
CAUTION: Make a hole of 2 mm (0.08 in) depth using a drill with 3 mm (0.12 in) diameter.

Fig 8: Locating Hole Drill Position On Holder
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Remove the holder.
Attach the ST on the pinion housing side of rack, and press out the rack with the outer side oil seal.
ST 34199XA030 INSTALLER & REMOVER 44

NOTE: Block the pipe connection of steering body to prevent fluid from flowing out.

Fig 9: Pressing Out Rack With Outer Side Oil Seal
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Insert the ST from pinion housing side and remove the oil seal using a press.
ST 34199XA060 OIL SEAL REMOVER

Fig 10: Inserting ST From Pinion Housing Side
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Using a press, remove the bushing of gearbox installation portion.

Fig 11: Removing Bushing Of Gearbox Installation Portion Using Press

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