Electric Power Steering Gearbox: Disassembly
NOTE:
When fixing the steering gearbox assembly in a vise, apply a wooden piece on the flange portion.
- Remove the tie-rod end (a) and lock nut (b) from the steering gearbox assembly.
- Remove the clip boot tie-rod (c) located outside the boot steering gearbox using the pliers, and then slide the boot steering gearbox to the tie-rod end side.
- Remove the tie-rod (b) from the gearbox assembly.
- Using a flat tip screwdriver, remove the band boot (a) from the boot steering gearbox.NOTE: Replace the boot steering gearbox or the band boot (a) if there is damage, cracks or deterioration.
- Remove the tie-rod (b).
- Using a flat tip screwdriver, remove the band boot (a) from the boot steering gearbox.