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Adjusting Cover Assembly Note

  1. Set the rack to the center position.
  2. Tighten the adjusting cover to a torque of 4.9 N.m {50 kgfCm, 43 in.lbf}  three times, then return it 25°  using the SST. 
  3. Apply sealant to the threads of the locknut.
  4. Attach the locknut.
    Fig 1: Tightening Adjusting Cover Using Special Service Tool
    G00997863Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Measure the pinion torque using the SST  and a pull scale.
    • If not as the specified, repeat steps  2 through  5 .
    1. Standard Center of rack +/-90° 1.0 1.1 N.m {10-12 kgfCm, 8.7-10.4 in.lbf} 
    2. Pull scale reading 10-11 N {1.0-1.2 kgf, 2.2-2.4 lbf} 
    Fig 2: Using Pull Scale & Special Service Tool For Pinion Torque Measurement
    G00997864Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the locknut using the SST  (49 BO32 320).
    1. Tightening torque 40-49 N.m {4.0-5.0 kgf.m, 29-36 ft.lbf}