Adjusting Cover Assembly Note
- Set the rack to the center position.
- Tighten the adjusting cover to 4.9 N.m {50 kgf.cm, 36 in.lbf} three times, then return it 25° using the SST .
- Apply sealant to the threads of the locknut.
- Attach the locknut.
- Measure the pinion torque using the SST
and a pull scale.
Pinion shaft rotation torque
Center of rack +/-90° 0.7-1.1 N.m {7.2-11.2 kgf.cm, 6.2-9.7 in.lbf}
[Pull scale reading 7-11 N {0.8-1.1 kgf, 1.6-2.4 lbf}]
Except center of rack +/-90° Less than 1.6 N.m (16.3 kgf.cm, 11.8 in.lbf}
[Pull scale reading Less than 16.7 N {1.7 kgf, 3.8 lbf}]
- If not as specified, repeat steps 2 through 5.
- Install the locknut using the SST
(49 B032 320).
Tightening torque
40-49 N.m {4.1-4.9 kgf.m, 30-36 ft.lbf}