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Removal (RAV4)

  1. Place front wheels in straight-ahead position. Remove steering wheel and pad.
  2. Remove right and left engine under covers. Disconnect both tie rod ends. See FRONT - AVALON, CAMRY, CAMRY SOLARA, CELICA, COROLLA, ECHO, RAV4 & SIENNA article in SUSPENSION. Remove front exhaust pipe. Remove stabilizer bar with link.
  3. Disconnect lower steering column shaft from steering gear. Disconnect pressure and return lines from steering gear. Remove line clamps.
  4. Disconnect right and left lower control arms. See FRONT - AVALON, CAMRY, CAMRY SOLARA, CELICA, COROLLA, ECHO, RAV4 & SIENNA article in SUSPENSION.
  5. Remove power rack and pinion assembly mounting bolts and nuts. Securely suspend rack and pinion assembly.
  6. Remove front suspension crossmember. See Figure. Remove power rack and pinion assembly.