Removal (Land Cruiser)
- Place front wheels in straight-ahead position. Remove steering wheel and pad. Remove right and left engine under covers. Disconnect both tie rod ends. See FRONT - LAND CRUISER article in SUSPENSION.
- Drain engine oil. Remove oil filter assembly. Disconnect lower steering column shaft from steering gear. Disconnect pressure and return lines from steering gear. Remove line clamps. Place matchmarks on tie rod end and rack end. Remove both tie rods.
- Remove power rack and pinion assembly mounting bolts and nuts. Remove rack and pinion assembly.