Installation [10/2014 - ]: Procedure

1. Install the lock nut and tie rod assembly LH to the steering rack end sub-assembly until the matchmarks are aligned.

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   Matchmark

   HINT: 

   After adjusting the front wheel alignment, tighten the lock nut.

HINT: 

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

1. Install the steering link assembly with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.

   Torque: 70 N*m (714 kgf*cm, 52 ft.*lbf) 

   NOTE:

   • Because the nuts have their own stoppers, do not turn the nuts. Tighten the bolts with the nuts secured.
   • Make sure to tighten the bolts starting from the pinion shaft side.

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3

HINT: 

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

(Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 15 )

(Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 14 )

1. Connect the tie rod assembly LH to the steering knuckle with the nut.

   Torque: 49 N*m (500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf) 

2. Install a new cotter pin.
   NOTE:

   Further tighten the nut up to 60° if the holes for the cotter pin are not aligned.

HINT: 

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

1. Align the matchmarks and install the steering intermediate shaft to the steering link assembly.

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2. Install the bolt.

   Torque: 35 N*m (360 kgf*cm, 26 ft.*lbf) 

Torque: 103 N*m (1049 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf) 

(Refer to ADJUSTMENT [10/2014 - 10/2015] and ADJUSTMENT [10/2015 - ] )