Installation [09/2019 - ]: Procedure

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

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   *a

   Matchmark

   HINT: 

   After adjusting the toe-in, tighten the lock nut.

HINT: 

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

1. Insert the steering link assembly as shown in the illustration.

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2. Align the protrusion of the steering link assembly with the hole of the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly, and install the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly to the steering link assembly.

   HINT: 

   Check that the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly is securely installed.

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3. Install the steering link assembly to the front suspension crossmember sub-assembly with the 2 bolts and 2 new nuts.

   Torque: 133 N*m (1356 kgf*cm, 98 ft.*lbf) 

   NOTE:

   • Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Tighten the bolt with the nut secured.
   • Make sure to tighten the bolts starting from the left side of the vehicle.
4. Install the wire harness clamp bracket to the front suspension crossmember sub-assembly with the bolt.
5. Connect the connector.

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

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

   NOTE:

   • Do not damage the ball joint dust cover.
   • Further tighten the nut up to 60° if the holes for the cotter pin are not aligned.
2. Install a new cotter pin.

HINT: 

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

HINT: 

Use the same procedure for both sides.

1. Engage the claw to install the steering knuckle seal as shown in the illustration.

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   NOTE:

   Make sure that the steering knuckle seal is securely installed.

1. Engage the clip (B) to the vehicle body.

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2. Engage the clip (A) to install the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly to the vehicle body.
   NOTE:

   Be careful not to damage the lip of the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly.

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 5

Refer to INSTALLATION [05/2018 - ]

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 22 [09/2019 - 12/2021] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 22 [12/2021 - ]

Refer to ADJUSTMENT [09/2019 - 12/2021] , or refer to ADJUSTMENT [12/2021 - ]