STEERING

POWER STEERING SYSTEM

SECTION PS B

E
CONTENTS
SERVICE INFORMATION ............................ 2 POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE .... 14 F
Removal and Installation .........................................14
PRECAUTIONS ................................................... 2 Disassembly and Assembly .....................................15
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System PS
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN- POWER STEERING OIL PUMP ....................... 24
SIONER" ................................................................... 2 On-Vehicle Inspection and Service .........................24
Precaution for Steering System ................................ 2 Removal and Installation .........................................24
Disassembly and Assembly (YD25DDTi Models)....25 H
PREPARATION ................................................... 3 Disassembly and Assembly (VQ40DE Models) ......28
Special Service Tool ................................................. 3
Commercial Service Tool .......................................... 4 HYDRAULIC LINE ............................................ 33 I
Component (YD25DDTi Models) .............................33
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS Component (VQ40DE Models) ................................34
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ............................. 5 Removal and Installation .........................................35
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ...................................... 5 J
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
POWER STEERING FLUID ................................ 6 (SDS) ................................................................. 36
Checking Fluid Level ................................................. 6 Steering Wheel ........................................................36 K
Checking Fluid Leakage ............................................ 6 Steering Angle .........................................................36
Air Bleeding Hydraulic System .................................. 6 Steering Column ......................................................36
Steering Outer Socket and Inner Socket .................36 L
STEERING WHEEL ............................................. 8 Steering Gear ..........................................................37
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service ........................... 8
Oil Pump ..................................................................37
Removal and Installation ........................................... 9
Steering Fluid ..........................................................37
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STEERING COLUMN .........................................11
Removal and Installation ......................................... 11
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SERVICE INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER" INFOID:0000000001734624

The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the “SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM” and “SEAT BELTS” of this Service Manual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the “SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM”.
• Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
• When working near the Air Bag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Air Bag System sensors with the
ignition ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s)
with a hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly
causing serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the ignition OFF, disconnect the
battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.
Precaution for Steering System INFOID:0000000001620782

• In case of removing steering gear assembly, make the final tightening with grounded and unloaded vehicle
condition, and then check wheel alignment.
• Observe the following precautions when disassembling.
- Before disassembly, thoroughly clean the outside of the unit.
- Disassembly should be done in a clean work area. It is important to prevent the internal parts from becoming
contaminated by dirt or other foreign matter.
- For easier and proper assembly, place disassembled parts in order on a parts rack.
- Use nylon cloth or paper towels to clean the parts; common shop rags can leave lint that might interfere with
their operation.
- Do not reuse non-reusable parts.
- Before assembling, apply the specified grease to the directed parts.

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PREPARATION
A
Special Service Tool INFOID:0000000001620783

B
Tool number
Description
Tool name
ST27180001 Removing steering wheel
C
Steering wheel puller

S-NT544
E
ST3127S000 Inspecting of rotating torque for ball joint, pin-
Preload gauge ion and steering column

PS
ZZA0806D

KV48104400 Installing rack Teflon ring

Teflon ring correcting tool H
a: 50 mm (1.97 in) dia.
b: 36 mm (1.42 in) dia.
c: 100 mm (3.94 in) dia.
I

S-NT550

KV48103400 Inspecting pinion rotating torque J

Preload adapter

ZZA0824D L
KV48103500A Measuring oil pump relief pressure
Pressure gauge
M

N
S-NT547

KV48102500 Measuring oil pump relief pressure

Pressure gauge adapter O

S-NT542

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Commercial Service Tool INFOID:0000000001620784

Tool name Description

Power tool Loosening bolts and nuts

PBIC0190E

PS-4
 Symptom

×: Applicable
Reference page

Steering
Noise
Shake

Shimmy
< SERVICE INFORMATION >

Shudder
Vibration
Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
NVH Troubleshooting Chart

×
Fluid level PS-6
Air in hydraulic system PS-6

×
×
Outer socket ball joint swinging force PS-15

×
Outer socket ball joint rotating torque PS-15

×
Outer socket ball joint end play PS-15

×
Steering fluid leakage PS-6

PS-5
×
Steering wheel play PS-8
Steering gear rack sliding force PS-8

×
×
Drive belt looseness EM-11, EM-147

×
×
×
Improper steering wheel PS-8

×
×
×
Improper installation or looseness of tilt lock lever —

×
×
×
×
Mounting rubber deterioration PS-15

×
Steering column deformation or damage PS-11

×
Improper installation or looseness of steering column PS-11
Steering linkage looseness PS-15

×
×
×
×
×
PROPELLER SHAFT NVH in PR section

×
DIFFERENTIAL NVH in FFD section

×
×
×
×
× AXLE and SUSPENSION NVH in FAX, RAX, FSU, RSU section

×
×
×
×
×
TIRES NVH in WT section
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING

NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING

×
×
×
×

ROAD WHEEL NVH in WT section

Use chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.

×
×
×

DRIVE SHAFT NVH in BR section

× BRAKES NVH in BR section

×
×
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 POWER STEERING FLUID
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POWER STEERING FLUID
Checking Fluid Level INFOID:0000000001620786

• Check fluid level with engine stopped.

• Make sure that fluid level is between MIN and MAX.
• Fluid levels at HOT and COLD are different. Do not confuse them.

HOT : Fluid temperature 50 - 80 °C (122 - 176°F)

COLD : Fluid temperature 0 - 30 °C (32 - 86°F)
CAUTION:
• The fluid level should not exceed the MAX line. Excessive
fluid will cause fluid leakage from the cap.
• Do not reuse drained power steering fluid.
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Checking Fluid Leakage INFOID:0000000001620787

Check hydraulic connections for fluid leakage, cracks, damage,

looseness, or wear.
1. Run engine until the fluid temperature reaches 50 to 80°C (122
to 176°F) in reservoir tank, and keep engine speed idle.
2. Turn steering wheel several times from full left stop to full right
stop.
3. Hold steering wheel at each lock position for five seconds and
carefully, check for fluid leakage.
CAUTION:
Do not hold the steering wheel in a locked position for more
than 10 seconds. (There is the possibility that oil pump may SGIA0506E

be damaged.)
4. If fluid leakage at connections is noticed, then loosen flare nut and then retighten. Do not over-tighten con-
nector as this can damage O-ring, washer and connector.
5. If fluid leakage from oil pump is noticed, check oil pump. Refer to PS-24, "On-Vehicle Inspection and Ser-
vice".
6. Check steering gear boots for accumulation of fluid, indicating from steering gear.
Air Bleeding Hydraulic System INFOID:0000000001620788

If air bleeding is not complete, the following symptoms can be observed.

• Bubbles are created in reservoir tank.
• Clicking noise can be heard from oil pump.
• Excessive buzzing in the oil pump
NOTE:
Fluid noise may occur in the steering gear or oil pump. This does not affect performance or durability of the
system.
1. Turn steering wheel several times from full left to full right stop with engine off.
CAUTION:
Turn steering wheel while filling reservoir tank with fluid so as not to lower fluid level below the
MIN line.
2. Start engine and hold steering wheel at each lock position for 3 seconds at idle to check for fluid leakage.
3. Repeat step 2 above several times at approximately 3 second intervals.
CAUTION:
Do not hold the steering wheel in a locked position for more than 10 seconds. (There is the possi-
bility that oil pump may be damaged.)
4. Check fluid for bubbles and while contamination.
5. Stop engine if bubbles and white contamination do not drain out. Perform step 2 and 3 above after waiting
until bubbles and white contamination drain out.

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6. Stop the engine, and then check fluid level.
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 STEERING WHEEL
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STEERING WHEEL
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service INFOID:0000000001620789

CHECKING CONDITION OF INSTALLATION

• Check installation conditions of steering gear assembly, front suspension assembly, axle and steering col-
umn assembly.
• Check if movement exists when steering wheel is moved up and down, to the left and right and to the axial
direction.

Steering wheel axial end play : 0 mm (0 in)

• Check steering gear assembly mounting bolts and nuts for looseness. Refer to PS-14, "Removal and Instal-
lation".
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL PLAY
• Turn steering wheel so that front wheels come to the straight-ahead position. Start engine and lightly turn
steering wheel to the left and right until front wheels start to move. Measure steering wheel movement on the
outer circumference.

Steering wheel play : 0 - 35 mm (0 - 1.38 in)

• When the measurement value is outside the standard value, check backlash for each joint of steering col-
umn assembly and installation condition of steering gear assembly.
CHECKING NEUTRAL POSITION STEERING WHEEL
• Make sure that steering gear assembly, steering column assembly and steering wheel are installed in the
correct position.
• Perform neutral position inspection after wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-7, "Front Wheel Alignment".
• Set vehicle to the straight-ahead position and confirm steering wheel is in the neutral position.
• Loosen outer socket lock nut and turn inner socket to left and right equally to make fine adjustment if steer-
ing wheel is not in the neutral position.
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE
1. Park vehicle on a level and dry surface, set parking brake.
2. Start engine.
3. Bring power steering fluid up to adequate operating temperature. [Make sure temperature of fluid is
approximately 50 to 80°C (122 to 176°F).]
4. Check steering wheel turning force when steering wheel has
been turned 360° from neutral position.

Steering wheel turn- : Less than 39 N (4.0 kg, 8.8 lb)

ing force
NOTE:
Multiply the distance (L) from the hook of spring scale to the
center of steering wheel by the measurement value with a spring
scale.
5. If steering wheel turning force is out of the specification, check
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rack sliding force and relief hydraulic pressure of oil pump.
Regarding relief hydraulic pressure of oil pump, refer to PS-24, "On-Vehicle Inspection and Service".
a. Disconnect lower joint and steering knuckle from steering gear assembly. Refer to PS-11, "Removal and
Installation", FAX-5, "Removal and Installation".
b. Start and run engine at idle to make sure steering fluid has reached normal operating temperature.

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c. While pulling outer socket slowly in ± 11.5 mm (± 0.453 in) range
from neutral position, make sure rack sliding force is within A
specification.

Rack sliding force: 210.6 - 269.4 N B

(21.5 - 27.5 kg, 47 - 61 lb)
d. If rack sliding force is not within specification, overhaul steering
gear assembly. C

SST090B

D
CHECKING FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE
• Check front wheel turning angle after toe-in inspection. Place front
wheels on turning radius gauges and rear wheels on stands.
Check the maximum inner and outer wheel turning angles for LH E
and RH road wheels.

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• With the engine at idle, turn steering wheel from full left stop to full
right stop and measure the turning angles.
I
Minimum 32° 31′ (32.5°)
2WD Nominal 35° 31′ (35.5°)
Maximum 36° 31′ (36.5°) J
Inner wheel (Angle: A)
Minimum 32° 14′ (32.2°)
4WD Nominal 35° 14′ (35.2°)
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Maximum 36° 14′ (36.2°) SGIA0055E

2WD 31° 23′ (31.4°)

Outer wheel (Angle: B)
4WD 31° 42′ (31.7°) L

• Measure rack stroke if angles are outside the specified value.

M
Rack stroke “L” : 84 mm (3.31 in)
• Disassemble steering gear assembly to check the cause that rack
stroke is outside of the standard. N
• Steering angles are not adjustable. Check steering gear assembly,
steering column assembly and front suspension components for
wear or damage if any of the turning angles are different from the
specified value. Replace any of them, if any non-standard condi- O
tion exists.
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Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000001620790

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REMOVAL
NOTE:
When reconnecting spiral cable, fix cable with a tape so that fixing case and rotating part keep aligned. This
will omit neutral position alignment procedure during spiral installation.
1. Set vehicle to the straight-ahead position.

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2. Remove driver air bag module. Refer to SRS-20, "Removal and Installation".
3. Remove steering wheel lock nut after steering is locked.
4. Remove steering wheel with the steering wheel puller (SST:
ST27180001) (A).

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INSTALLATION
Reverse the removal procedure for installation attentive to the following operation.
NOTE:
Make sure that the spiral cable is in the neutral position. The neutral
position is detected by turning left 2.6 revolutions from the right end
position and ending with the locating pin at the top.
CAUTION:
Do not run spiral cable idle needlessly. And do not turn it more
than necessary (or it leads to disconnection of the cable).

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STEERING COLUMN
A
Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000001620791

COMPONENTS B

PS

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1. Steering wheel 2. Combination switch & spiral cable 3. Steering column assembly
(with tilt mechanism)
4. Spring (with tilt mechanism) 5. Steering column assembly 6. Upper joint L
(without tilt mechanism)
7. Collar 8. Hole cover seal 9. Clamp
10. Hole cover mounting plate 11. Hole cover 12. Upper shaft M
13. Boot clamp 14. Lower shaft 15. Boot
16. Clips (plastic)
Refer to GI-9, "Component", for the symbols in the figure. N
CAUTION:
• Do not give axial impact to steering column assembly during removal and installation.
• Do not move steering gear assembly when removing steering column assembly. O

REMOVAL
1. Set vehicle to the straight ahead-position. P
2. Remove driver air bag module. Refer to SRS-20, "Removal and Installation".
3. Remove steering wheel. Refer to PS-9, "Removal and Installation".
4. Remove steering column cover (upper and lower). Refer to IP-10.
5. Remove combination switch & spiral cable. Refer to SRS-22, "Removal and Installation".
6. Remove lower instrument panel LH. Refer to IP-10.

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7. Disconnect each switch connectors installed to steering column assembly, and then disconnect harness
from steering column assembly.
8. Remove fixing bolt of upper joint (steering column assembly side), and then remove upper joint from
steering column assembly.
9. Remove steering column assembly mounting nuts, and then remove steering column assembly from vehi-
cle.
10. Remove fixing bolt and nut of upper joint (lower side), and then remove upper joint and collar from upper
shaft.
11. Loosen clamp, and then remove hole cover seal from hole cover.
12. Remove mounting nuts of hole cover, and then remove clamp, hole cover mounting plate and hole cover
from dash panel.
13. Raise vehicle.
14. Remove fixing bolt of lower shaft (lower side), and then remove lower shaft and upper shaft from vehicle.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
• Check component parts for damage or other malfunctions. Replace applicable parts if a malfunction is
detected.
• Measure the length “L” as shown in the figure if vehicle has been
involved in a minor collision. Replace steering column assembly if
outside the standard.

Steering column length “L” : 423.1 mm (16.66 in)

• Measure steering column assembly rotating torque using preload
gauge (SST: ST3127S000). Replace steering column assembly if
outside the standard.

Rotating torque : 0 - 0.2 N·m (0 - 0.02 kg-m, 0 - 1 in-lb)

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INSTALLATION
• Installation is the reverse order of removal. For tightening torque, refer to "COMPONENTS".
• When installing lower shaft to steering gear assembly, follow the procedure listed below.
- Set rack of steering gear in the neutral position.
NOTE:
To get the neutral position of rack, turn pinion assembly and measure the distance of inner socket, and then
measure the intermediate position of the distance.
- Align rear cover cap projection (A) with the marking position (B) of
gear housing assembly.
- Install slit part of lower shaft (C) aligning with the projection (A) of
rear cover cap (1). Make sure that the slit part of lower shaft (C) is
aligned with both the projection (A) of rear cover cap (1) and the
marking position (B) of gear housing assembly.

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INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION (WITH TILT MECHANISM)

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• Check tilt mechanism operating range “A” as shown in the figure.
A
Operating range “A” : 73.8 mm (2.906 in)
• Make sure that steering wheel operates smoothly by turning sev-
eral times from full left stop to full right stop. B

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POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE
Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000001620792

COMPONENT

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1. Cotter pin 2. Steering gear assembly 3. Rack mounting bracket

4. Rack mounting insulator 5. Washer 6. Insulator
Refer to GI-9, "Component", for the symbols in the figure.

CAUTION:
Spiral cable may be cut if steering wheel turns while separating steering column assembly and steer-
ing gear assembly. Be sure to secure steering wheel using string to avoid turning.
REMOVAL
1. Set vehicle to the straight-ahead position.
2. Remove tires from vehicle with a power tool.
3. Remove undercover from vehicle with a power tool.
4. Remove lower side fixing bolt of lower shaft.
5. Remove cotter pin (1), and then loosen the nut.
6. Remove steering outer socket (2) from steering knuckle (3) so
as not to damage ball joint boot (4) using the ball joint remover
(suitable tool).
CAUTION:
Temporarily tighten the nut to prevent damage to threads
and to prevent the ball joint remover (suitable tool) from
suddenly coming off.

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7. Remove high and low pressure piping of hydraulic piping, and
then drain power steering fluid. Refer to PS-6. A
8. Remove steering hydraulic piping bracket from front suspension
member. Refer to PS-33.
9. Remove mounting bolts and nuts of steering gear assembly, and B
then remove steering gear assembly, rack mounting bracket,
rack mounting insulator and washer from vehicle.
C

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D
INSTALLATION
• Installation is the reverse order of removal. For tightening torque, refer to "COMPONENT".
• When installing lower shaft to steering gear assembly, follow the procedure listed below.
- Set rack of steering gear in the neutral position. E
NOTE:
To get the neutral position of rack, turn pinion assembly and measure the distance of inner socket, and then
measure the intermediate position of the distance. F
- Align rear cover cap projection (A) with the marking position (B) of
gear housing assembly.
- Install slit part of lower shaft (C) aligning with the projection (A) of
rear cover cap (1). Make sure that the slit part of lower shaft (C) is PS
aligned with both the projection (A) of rear cover cap (1) and the
marking position (B) of gear housing assembly.
• After installation, bleed air from the steering hydraulic system. H
Refer to PS-6, "Air Bleeding Hydraulic System".
• Perform final tightening of nuts and bolts on each part under
unladen conditions with tires on level ground when removing steer-
ing gear assembly. Check wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-7, "Front I
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Wheel Alignment".
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION J
Make sure that steering wheel operates smoothly by turning several times from full left stop to full right stop.
Disassembly and Assembly INFOID:0000000001620793

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COMPONENT

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1. Outer socket 2. Boot clamp 3. Boot

4. Inner socket 5. Boot clamp 6. Rear cover cap
7. Gear-sub assembly 8. Cylinder tubes 9. Gear housing assembly
10. Rack oil seal 11. Rack assembly 12. Rack Teflon ring
13. O-ring 14. End cover assembly
Refer to GI-9, "Component" and the followings for the symbols in the figure.
: Apply power steering fluid.
: Apply Genuine Liquid Gasket, Three Bond 1111B or equivalent.
: Apply multi-purpose grease.

CAUTION:
• Disassemble and assemble steering gear assembly by securing the mounting area in a vise using
copper plates.
• Clean steering gear assembly with kerosene before disassembling. Be careful to avoid splashing or
applying any kerosene over connector of discharge port or return port.
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove cylinder tubes from gear housing assembly.
2. Remove rear cover cap from gear-sub assembly.

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3. Measure adjusting screw height “H”, and loosen adjusting
screw. A
CAUTION:
• Do not loosen adjusting screw 2 turns or more.
• Replace steering gear assembly if adjusting screw is
B
loosened 2 turns or more and it is removed.
4. Remove fixing bolts of gear-sub assembly, and then remove
gear-sub assembly from gear housing assembly.
C
5. Loosen outer socket lock nut, and remove outer socket.
6. Remove boot clamp, and then remove boot from inner socket.
CAUTION: SGIA0624E

Do not damage inner socket and gear housing assembly D

when removing boot. Inner socket and gear housing assembly must be replaced if inner socket
and gear housing assembly are damaged because it may cause foreign material interfusion.
7. Remove inner socket from gear housing assembly. E
8. Drill out the clinching part of gear housing assembly (end cover
assembly side) outer rim with a 3 mm (0.12 in) drill bit. [Drill for
approximately 1.5 mm (0.059 in) depth.] F

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9. Remove end cover assembly with a 45 mm (1.77 in) open head I

(suitable tool).
CAUTION:
Do not damage rack assembly surface when removing. J
Rack assembly must be replaced if damaged because it
may cause fluid leakage.
10. Pull rack assembly together with rack oil seal (outer side) out
from gear housing assembly. K
CAUTION:
Do not damage cylinder inner wall when removing rack
assembly. Gear housing assembly must be replaced if dam- SST081B L
aged because it may cause fluid leakage.
11. Heat rack Teflon ring to approximately 40°C (104°F) with a
dryer, and remove rack Teflon ring and O-ring from rack assem- M
bly.
CAUTION:
Do not damage rack assembly. Rack assembly must be
replaced if damaged because it may cause fluid leakage. N

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12. Push rack oil seal inside with a 29 mm (1.14 in) socket and an
extension bar to push out rack oil seal (inner side) from gear
housing assembly.
CAUTION:
Do not damage gear housing assembly and cylinder inner
wall. Gear housing assembly must be replaced if damaged
because it may cause fluid leakage.

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INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY

Boot
Check boot for cracks, and replace it if a malfunction is detected.
Rack Assembly
Check rack for damage or wear, and replace it if a malfunction is detected.
Gear-Sub Assembly
• Check pinion gear for damage or wear, and replace it if a malfunction is detected.
• Rotate pinion and check for torque variation or rattle, and replace it if a malfunction is detected.
Gear Housing Assembly
Check gear housing assembly for damage and scratches (inner wall). Replace it if a malfunction is detected.
Outer Socket and Inner Socket
1. Ball joint swinging torque
• Hook a spring balance at the point shown in the figure and pull
the spring balance. Make sure that the spring balance reads
the specified value when ball stud and inner socket start to
move. Replace outer socket and steering gear assembly if
they are outside the standard.

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Items Outer socket Inner socket

Measuring point at *mark shown in the
Measuring point of spring balance Stud cotter pin mounting hole
figure
0.3 - 2.9 N·m 1.0 - 7.8 N·m
Swinging torque
(0.03 - 0.29 kg-m, 3 - 25 in-lb) (0.11 - 0.79 kg-m, 9 - 69 in-lb)
Spring balance measurement 4.84 - 46.7 N (0.5 - 4.8 kg, 1 - 10 lb) 12.1 - 93.7 N (1.2 - 9.6 kg, 3 - 21 lb)
2. Ball joint rotating torque
• Make sure that the reading is within the following specified
range using the preload gauge (SST). Replace outer socket if
the reading is outside the specified value.

Outer socket rotating torque 0.3 - 2.9 N·m (0.03 - 0.29 kg-m, 3 - 25 in-lb)

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3. Ball joint axial end play
• Apply an axial load of 490 N (50 kg, 110 lb) to ball stud using a A
dial gauge. Measure amount of stud movement, and then
make sure that the value is within the following specified
range. Replace outer socket and inner socket if the measured
B
value is outside the standard.

Outer socket 0.5 mm (0.020 in) or less

C
Inner socket 0.2 mm (0.008 in) or less

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ASSEMBLY
1. Apply recommended fluid to O-ring. Put an O-ring into a rack Teflon ring. E
2. Heat rack Teflon ring to approximately 40° C (104°F) with a
dryer. Assemble it to mounting groove of rack assembly.
F

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3. Install the Teflon ring correcting tool (SST: KV48104400) (A)

from tooth side of rack to fit rack Teflon ring (1) on rack. Com- I
press the ring with tool.

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4. Apply recommended grease to rack oil seal. And install rack oil
seal in the following procedure. Then assemble rack assembly
to gear housing assembly. M
CAUTION:
• Install rack oil seal in a direction so that the lip of inner oil
seal and the lip of outer oil seal face each other.
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• Do not damage retainer sliding surface by rack assembly.
Replace gear housing assembly if damaged.
• Do not damage gear housing assembly inner wall by rack
assembly. Gear housing assembly must be replaced if O
damaged because it may cause fluid leakage.
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< SERVICE INFORMATION >
a. Wrap an OHP sheet [approximately 70 mm (2.76 in) × 100 mm
(3.94 in)]. Around rack assembly teeth to avoid damaging rack
oil seal (inner). Install rack oil seal over sheet. Then, pull oil seal
along with OHP sheet until they pass rack assembly teeth, and
remove OHP sheet.

SGIA0155E

b. Insert rack oil seal (inner) into rack assembly piston (rack Teflon
ring).
c. Push retainer to adjusting screw side by hand, and move the
rack assembly inside the gear housing assembly so that the
rack oil seal (inner) can be pressed against the gear housing
assembly.

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d. Wrap an OHP sheet [approximately 70 mm (2.76 in) × 100 mm

(3.94 in)]. Around the edge to avoid damaging rack oil seal
(outer). Install rack oil seal over sheet. Then, pull oil seal along
with OHP sheet until they pass rack edge, and remove OHP
sheet.
e. Install end cover assembly to rack edge, and move rack oil seal
(outer) until it contacts with gear housing assembly.

SGIA0157E

5. Tighten end cover assembly to specified torque using a 45 mm

(1.77 in) open head (suitable tool).
CAUTION:
Do not damage rack assembly. Replace it if damaged
because it may cause fluid leakage.

SST081B

6. Crimp gear housing assembly at one point using a punch as

shown in the figure so as to prevent end cover assembly from
getting loose after tightening end cover assembly.
7. Install gear-sub assembly to gear housing assembly.

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< SERVICE INFORMATION >
8. Decide on the neutral position for the rack.
A
Rack stroke : 84 mm (3.31 in)
9. Install rear cover cap to gear sub-assembly. B
CAUTION:
Make sure that the projection of rear cover cap is aligned
with the marking position of gear housing assembly.
C

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D
10. Apply recommended thread locking sealant to the thread (2
turns thread), and then screw in the adjusting screw until it
reaches height “H” from gear housing assembly measured E
before disassembling.
11. Move rack assembly 10 strokes throughout the full stroke so that
the parts can fit with each other.
F

PS
SGIA0624E

12. Measure pinion rotating torque within ±180° of neutral position H

of the rack assembly using the preload gauge (SST) and pre-
load adapter (SST). Stop the gear at the point where highest
torque is read.
I
13. Loosen adjusting screw and retighten to 5.4 N·m (0.55 kg-m, 48
in-lb), and then loosen by 20 to 40°.

STC0036D K

14. Measure pinion rotating torque using the preload adapter (SST)
and preload gauge (SST) to make sure that the measured value
within the standard. Readjust if the value is outside the standard. L
Replace steering gear assembly if the value is outside the stan-
dard after readjusting or adjusting screw rotating torque is 5 N·m
(0.51 kg-m, 44 in-lb) or less. M

Pinion rotating torque standard

Around neutral position (with- 2.1 - 2.7 N·m N
in±100°) Average A (0.22 - 0.27 kg-m, 19 - 23 in-lb)
SGIA0936E
Maximum variation B 2.3 N·m (0.23 kg-m, 20 in-lb)
O
15. Apply recommended Liquid Gasket to inner socket and turn pinion fully to left with inner socket installed to
gear housing assembly.

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< SERVICE INFORMATION >
16. Set dial gauge as shown in the figure. Measure vertical move-
ment of rack assembly when pinion is turned clockwise with
torque of 19.6 N·m (2.0 kg-m, 14 ft-lb). Readjust adjusting screw
angle if the measured value is outside the standard. Replace
steering gear assembly if the measured value is still outside the
standard or adjusting screw rotating torque is 5 N·m (0.51 kg-m,
44 in-lb) or less.

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Rack axial direction 5 mm (0.20 in) from housing end surface

Measuring point
Rack radial direction Axial direction of the adjusting screw
Vertical movement 0.265 mm (0.0104 in)

17. Install large end of boot to gear housing assembly.

18. Install small end of boot to inner socket boot mounting groove.

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19. Install boot clamps to boots, as shown in the figure.

AST139

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 POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
20. Crimp the large-diameter boot clamp using suitable tool.
21. Install cylinder tubes to gear housing assembly. A

RAC1133D

D
22. Adjust inner socket to standard length “L”, and then tighten lock
nut to the specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENT". Check
length of inner socket “L” again after tightening lock nut. Make
E
sure that the length is the standard.

Inner socket length “L” : 79 mm (3.11 in)

F
CAUTION:
Adjust toe-in after this procedure. Length achieved after
toe-in adjustment is not necessary the above value.
PS
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PS-23
 POWER STEERING OIL PUMP
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service INFOID:0000000001620794

CHECKING RELIEF OIL PRESSURE

CAUTION:
Make sure that belt tension is normal before starting the following procedure.
1. Connect the hydraulic pressure gauge (SST) between oil pump
discharge connector and high-pressure hose. Bleed air from the
hydraulic circuit while opening valve fully. Refer to PS-6, "Air
Bleeding Hydraulic System".
2. Start engine. Run engine until oil temperature reaches 50 to
80°C (122 to 176°F).
CAUTION:
• Leave the valve of the hydraulic pressure gauge (SST)
fully open while starting and running engine. If engine is
started with the valve closed, the hydraulic pressure in oil
pump goes up to the relief pressure along with unusual
increase of oil temperature.
• Be sure to keep hose clear or belts and other parts when
engine is started.
3. Fully close the hydraulic pressure gauge (SST) valve with
engine at idle and measure the relief oil pressure.

Relief oil pressure

8,000 - 8,800 kpa
VQ40DE models
(80 - 88 bar, 81.6 - 89.8 kg/cm2, 1,160 - 1,276 psi)
8,500 - 9,300 kpa
YD25DDTi models
(85 - 93 bar, 86.7 - 94.9 kg/cm2, 1,233 - 1,349 psi) SGIA1225E

CAUTION:
Never keep valve closed for 10 seconds or longer.
4. Open the valve slowly after measuring. Repair oil pump is the relief oil pressure is outside the standard.
Refer to PS-25, "Disassembly and Assembly (YD25DDTi Models)", PS-28, "Disassembly and Assembly
(VQ40DE Models)".
5. After inspection, disconnect the hydraulic pressure gauge (SST) from hydraulic circuit, then add fluid and
bleed air. Refer to PS-6, "Air Bleeding Hydraulic System".
Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000001620795

REMOVAL
1. Drain power steering fluid from reservoir tank.
2. Remove engine cover. Refer to EM-14, "Component" (VQ40DE models), EM-155, "Component"
(YD20DDTi models).
3. Remove air duct assembly. (VQ40DE models). Refer to EM-13, "Component".
4. Remove radiator shroud. (YD25DDTi models). Refer to CO-44, "Component (VIN
<VSK***D40*0108060)".
5. Loosen drive belt. Refer to EM-11 (VQ40DE models), EM-147 (YD25DDTi models).
6. Remove drive belt from oil pump pulley.
7. Disconnect the pressure sensor electrical connector.
8. Remove piping of high pressure and low pressure (drain fluid from their pipings). Refer to PS-33.
9. Remove oil pump mounting bolts, and then remove power steering pump. Refer to PS-33.
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal. For tightening torque, refer to PS-33.
• Perform the following procedure after installing.

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 POWER STEERING OIL PUMP
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
- Adjust belt tension. Refer to EM-11 (VQ40DE models), EM-147 (YD25DDTi models).
- Bleed air. Refer to PS-6, "Air Bleeding Hydraulic System". A
Disassembly and Assembly (YD25DDTi Models) INFOID:0000000001620796

B
COMPONENT

PS

SGIA1318E
J
1. Pulley 2. Front bracket 3. Snap ring
4. Oil seal 5. Drive shaft 6. Body assembly
K
7. Suction pipe 8. O-ring A 9. Spring
10. Flow control valve 11. Copper washer 12. Joint
13. O-ring B 14. Side plate 15. Rotor
L
16. Cartridge 17. Vane 18. Cam ring
19. Dowel pin 20. Gasket 21. Rear cover
22. Rear bracket
M
Referr to GI-9, "Component" and the followings for the symbols in the figure.
: Apply power steering fluid.
: Apply multi-purpose grease. N
INSPECTION BEFORE DISASSEMBLY
Disassemble oil pump only when the following malfunctions occur.
• If oil leakage is found on oil pump. O
• Oil pump pulley is damaged or deformed.
• Performance of oil pump is low.
DISASSEMBLY P
NOTE:
Secure oil pump in a vise if necessary.
CAUTION:
Use copper plates when securing in a vise.
1. Remove rear bracket mounting bolts, and then remove rear bracket from rear cover.
2. Remove rear cover mounting bolts, and then remove rear cover from body assembly.

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 POWER STEERING OIL PUMP
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
3. Remove gasket from body assembly.
4. Remove dowel pin, cartridge and side plate from body assembly.
5. Remove pulley mounting nut and washer, then remove pulley from drive shaft.
6. Remove snap ring from drive shaft and press out it.
CAUTION:
When removing snap ring, be careful not to damage drive
shaft.

SST010B

7. Remove oil seal from body assembly using flat-bladed screw

driver.
8. Remove O-ring B from body assembly.

SST034A

9. Remove eye bolt, and then remove joint and copper washer,
then pull out flow control valve and spring from body assembly.
10. Remove fixing bolts of suction pipe, and then remove suction
pipe from body assembly.
11. Remove O-ring A from body assembly.
12. Remove mounting bolts of front bracket, and then remove front
bracket from body assembly.

SGIA0524E

INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY

Body Assembly and Rear Cover Inspection
Check body assembly and rear cover for internal damage. Replace rear cover if it is damaged. Replace oil
pump assembly if body assembly is damaged.
Cartridge Assembly Inspection
Check cam ring, rotor and vane for damage. Replace cartridge assembly if there are.
Side Plate Inspection
Check side plate for damage. Replace side plate if there are.
Flow Control Valve Inspection
Check flow control valve and spring for damage. Replace applicable parts if a malfunction is detected.
ASSEMBLY
NOTE:
Secure oil pump in a vise if necessary.
CAUTION:
Use copper plates when securing in a vise.

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 POWER STEERING OIL PUMP
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
1. Apply recommended grease to oil seal lips (1). Apply recom-
mended fluid to around oil seal, and then install oil seal to body A
assembly.
2. Apply recommended fluid to drive shaft, and press drive shaft
into body assembly, then install snap ring. B
3. Apply recommended fluid to O-ring B, and install O-ring B into
body assembly.
C

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D
4. Install side plate to body assembly.

PS
SGIA0422E

5. Install dowel pin (3) into dowel pin hole (A), and install cam ring
H
(2) pointing it's D1 side toward the body assembly (1) side as
shown in the figure.
• When installing cam ring, turn carved face with a letter E (B) of
it to rear cover. I
CAUTION:
Do not confuse the assembling direction of cam ring. If
cam ring is installed facing the incorrect direction, it may J
cause oil pump operation malfunction.
6. Install rotor to body assembly.
K

N
SGIA1166E

• When installing rotor, turn mark face on rotor to body assem- O

bly.

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 POWER STEERING OIL PUMP
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
7. Install vane to rotor so that arc of vane faces cam ring side.
8. Check if drive shaft turns smoothly.
9. Install gasket to body assembly.

SGIA0613E

10. Install rear cover to body assembly, and then tighten mounting
bolts to the specified torque.
11. Install rear bracket to body assembly, and tighten the mounting
bolts to the specified torque.
12. Install front bracket to body assembly, and tighten the mounting
bolts to the specified torque.
13. Install pulley and washer to drive shaft, and then tighten lock nut
at the specified torque.
14. Install spring, flow control valve, copper washer, joint and eye-
bolt to body assembly. Then tighten eye-bolt to the specified SGIA0425E
torque.
15. Apply recommended fluid to O-ring A, and then install O-ring A to body assembly.
16. Install suction pipe to body assembly.
Disassembly and Assembly (VQ40DE Models) INFOID:0000000001620797

COMPONENT

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 POWER STEERING OIL PUMP
< SERVICE INFORMATION >

PS

I
SGIA1317E

1. Washer 2. Pulley 3. Snap ring

J
4. Drive shaft 5. Bracket 6. Oil seal
7. Suction pipe 8. O-ring A 9. Eye-bolt
10. Copper washer 11. Eye-joint 12. Flow control valve
K
13. Spring 14. Body assembly 15. O-ring B
16. Side plate 17. Vane 18. Rotor
19. Cam ring 20. Cartridge 21. Dowel pin
L
22. Gasket 23. Rear cover
Refer to GI-9, "Component" and the followings for the symbols in the figure.
: Apply power steering fluid. M
: Apply multi-purpose grease.

INSPECTION BEFORE DISASSEMBLY

N
Disassemble oil pump only when the following malfunctions occur.
• If oil leakage is found on oil pump.
• Oil pump pulley is damaged or deformed.
• Performance of oil pump is low. O
DISASSEMBLY
NOTE:
Secure oil pump in a vise if necessary. P
CAUTION:
Use copper plates when securing in a vise.
1. Remove rear cover mounting bolts, and then remove rear cover from body assembly.
2. Remove gasket from body assembly.
3. Remove dowel pin, cartridge and side plate from body assembly.
4. Remove pulley mounting nut and washer, then remove pulley from drive shaft.

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 POWER STEERING OIL PUMP
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
5. Remove bracket mounting bolts, and then remove bracket from rear cover.
6. Remove snap ring from drive shaft and press out it.
CAUTION:
When removing snap ring, be careful not to damage drive
shaft.

SST010B

7. Remove oil seal from body assembly using flat-bladed screw

driver.
8. Remove O-ring B from body assembly.

SST034A

9. Remove eye-bolt, and then remove eye-joint and copper

washer, then pull out flow control valve and spring from body
assembly.
10. Remove fixing bolts of suction pipe, and then remove suction
pipe from body assembly.
11. Remove O-ring A from body assembly.

SGIA0524E

INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY

Body Assembly and Rear Cover Inspection
Check body assembly and rear cover for internal damage. Replace rear cover if it is damaged. Replace oil
pump assembly if body assembly is damaged.
Cartridge Assembly Inspection
Check cam ring, rotor and vane for damage. Replace cartridge assembly if there are.
Side Plate Inspection
Check side plate for damage. Replace side plate if there are.
Flow Control Valve Inspection
Check flow control valve and spring for damage. Replace applicable parts if a malfunction is detected.
ASSEMBLY
NOTE:
Secure oil pump in a vise if necessary.
CAUTION:
Use copper plates when securing in a vise.

PS-30
 POWER STEERING OIL PUMP
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
1. Apply recommended grease to oil seal lips (1). Apply recom-
mended fluid to around oil seal, and then install oil seal to body A
assembly.
2. Apply recommended fluid to drive shaft, and press drive shaft
into body assembly, then install snap ring. B
3. Apply recommended fluid to O-ring B, and install O-ring B into
body assembly.
C

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D
4. Install side plate to body assembly.

PS
SGIA0422E

5. Install dowel pin (3) into dowel pin hole (A), and install cam ring
H
(2) pointing it's D1 side toward the body assembly (1) side as
shown in the figure.
• When installing cam ring, turn carved face with a letter E (B) of
it to rear cover. I
CAUTION:
Do not confuse the assembling direction of cam ring. If
cam ring is installed facing the incorrect direction, it may J
cause oil pump operation malfunction.
6. Install rotor to body assembly.
K

N
SGIA1166E

• When installing rotor, turn mark face on rotor to body assem- O

bly.

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 POWER STEERING OIL PUMP
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
7. Install vane to rotor so that arc of vane faces cam ring side.
8. Check if drive shaft turns smoothly.
9. Install gasket to body assembly.

SGIA0613E

10. Install rear cover to body assembly, and then tighten mounting
bolts to the specified torque.
11. Install bracket to body assembly, and tighten the mounting bolts
to the specified torque.
12. Install pulley and washer to drive shaft, and then tighten lock nut
at the specified torque.
13. Install spring, flow control valve, copper washer, eye-joint and
eye-bolt to body assembly. Then tighten eye-bolt to the specified
torque.
14. Apply recommended fluid to O-ring A, and then install O-ring A SGIA0425E
to body assembly.
15. Install suction pipe to body assembly.

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 HYDRAULIC LINE
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
HYDRAULIC LINE
A
Component (YD25DDTi Models) INFOID:0000000001620798

CAUTION: B
Securely insert harness connector to pressure sensor.

PS

P
SGIA1354E

1. Reservoir tank 2. Reservoir tank bracket 3. Suction hose

4. High pressure hose 5. Oil pump assembly 6. Steering gear assembly
7. Eye-bolt 8. Pressure sensor 9. Copper washer
10. Eye-joint (assembled to high pres- 11. O-ring 12. Low pressure piping
sure side hose)

PS-33
 HYDRAULIC LINE
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
13. High pressure piping
Refer to GI-9, "Component" and the followings for the symbols in the figure.
: Apply power steering fluid.

Component (VQ40DE Models) INFOID:0000000001620799

CAUTION:
Securely insert harness connector to pressure sensor.

SGIA1321E

1. Reservoir tank 2. Reservoir tank bracket 3. Suction hose

4. High pressure hose 5. Oil pump assembly 6. Steering gear assembly
7. Eye-bolt 8. Pressure sensor 9. Copper washer

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 HYDRAULIC LINE
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
10. Eye-joint (assembled to high 11. O-ring 12. Low pressure piping
pressure side hose) A
13. High pressure piping
Refer to GI-9, "Component" and the followings for the symbols in the figure.
: Apply power steering fluid. B

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000001620800

C
• Insert hose securely until it contacts tube spool.
CAUTION:
Do not apply fluid.
D

F
SGIA0514E

• Install eye-bolt with eye-joint (assembled to high-pressure hose) PS

protrusion facing with pump side cutout, and then tighten it to the
specified torque after tightening by hand.
H

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 SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Steering Wheel INFOID:0000000001620801

Steering wheel axial end play 0 mm (0 in)

Steering wheel play 0 - 35 mm (0 - 1.38 in)

Steering Angle INFOID:0000000001620802

Minimum 32° 31′ (32.5°)

2WD Nominal 35° 31′ (35.5°)

Inner wheel Maximum 36° 31′ (36.5°)

Degree minute (Decimal degree) Minimum 32° 14′ (32.2°)
4WD Nominal 35° 14′ (35.2°)
Maximum 36° 14′ (36.2°)

Outer wheel 2WD 31° 23′ (31.4°)

Degree minute (Decimal degree) 4WD 31° 42′ (31.7°)

Steering Column INFOID:0000000001620803

Steering column length “L” 423.1 mm (16.66 in)

SGIA1222E

Steering Outer Socket and Inner Socket INFOID:0000000001620804

Steering gear type PR32AD

Swinging torque 0.3 - 2.9 N·m (0.03 - 0.29 kg-m, 3 - 25 in-lb)
Measurement on spring balance
4.84 - 46.7 N (0.5 - 4.8 kg, 1 - 10 lb)
Outer socket Measuring point: cotter pin hole of stud
Rotating torque 0.3 - 2.9 N·m (0.03 - 0.29 kg-m, 3 - 25 in-lb)
Axial end play 0.5 mm (0.020 in) or less
Swinging torque 1.0 - 7.8 N·m (0.11 - 0.79 kg-m, 9 - 69 in-lb)
• Measurement on spring balance
Inner socket 12.1 - 93.7 N (1.2 - 9.6 kg, 3 - 21 lb)
• Measuring point at *mark shown in the figure
Axial end play 0.2 mm (0.008 in) or less

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 SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
Steering gear type PR32AD
A
Inner socket length “L” 79 mm (3.11 in)

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Steering Gear INFOID:0000000001620805

D

Steering gear model PR32AD E

Rack neutral position, dimension “L” (rack stroke) 84 mm (3.31 in)

PS

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Oil Pump INFOID:0000000001620806

VQ40DE models 8,000 - 8,800 kpa (80 - 88 bar, 81.6 - 89.8 kg/cm2, 1,160 - 1,276 psi)
Oil pump relief hydraulic pressure
YD25DDTi models 8,500 - 9,300 kpa (85 - 93 bar, 86.7 - 94.9 kg/cm2, 1,233 - 1,349 psi) K

Steering Fluid INFOID:0000000001620807

Fluid capacity Approx. 1.0 (7/8 Imp qt)

PS-37