Installation Procedure

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Fig 1: Rack/Pinion Assembly, Steering Gear Retaining Bracket & Nuts

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Install the rack and pinion assembly by connecting the steering gear retaining bracket nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the steering gear retaining bracket nuts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 2: Cross Member, Nuts, Bolts & Underbody

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Install the cross member by tightening the nuts and bolts to the underbody.
Tighten: Tighten the cross member by tightening the nuts and bolts to the underbody to 150 N.m (111 lb ft).

Fig 3: Ball Joint Hex Nuts & Stabilizer Shaft

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Install the ball joint hex nuts and connect the stabilizer shaft to the knuckle by tightening the bolt with stabilizer shaft link assembly. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement in Front Suspension.
Tighten:
- Tighten the ball joint hex nuts to knuckle to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
- Tighten the bolts of stabilizer shaft to the knuckle to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).

Fig 4: Outer Tie Rod & Hex Nuts

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Install the outer tie rod hex nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the outer tie rod hex nuts to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
Install the front tires. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.

Fig 5: Intermediate Shaft & Negative Battery Cable

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Install the intermediate shaft.
Install the steering wheel and column.
Connect the negative battery cable.
Inspect the straight-ahead position of the steering system. Refer to Straight Ahead Diagnosis .