Steering Gear And Linkage (L3) Removal/Installation: Notes

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CAUTION:

Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.

Remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor. (See FRONT ABS WHEEL-SPEED SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove in the order indicated in Fig 1 .

Fig 1: Steering Gear And Linkage Removal Sequence (L3)
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
After installation, inspect the front wheel alignment. (See WHEEL ALIGNMENT article.)