CAUTION: When fixing the steering gearbox assembly in a vise, apply a wooden piece on the flange portion. 1. Remove the tie-rod end (a) and lock nut (b) from the steering gearbox assembly. 2. Remove the clip - boot tie-rod (c) located outside the boot - steering gearbox using the pliers, and then slide the boot - steering gearbox to the tie-rod end side.
3. Remove the tie-rod (d) from the gearbox assembly. (1) Using a flat tip screwdriver, remove the band - boot (e) from the boot - steering gearbox. NOTE: Replace the boot - steering gearbox or the band - boot (e) if there is damage, cracks or deterioration. (2) Remove the tie-rod (d).
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Inspection
AssemblyTemporary spare tire
WARNING
Never tow a trailer when the
temporary spare tire is used.
The temporary spare tire is not
designed to sustain the towing
load. Use of the temporary spare
tire when towing can result in
failure of the spare tire and/or
less stability of the vehicl ...