Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Rack Guide Adjustment
Special Tools Required
Locknut wrench, 40 mm 07916-SA50001
- Set the wheels in the straight ahead position.
- Loosen the rack guide screw locknut (A) with the special tool, then remove the rack guide screw (B).
- Remove the old sealant from rack guide screw, and apply new sealant all around the threads (C).
Loosely install the rack guide screw on the steering gearbox.
- Tighten the rack guide screw to 25 N.m (2.5 kgf.m, 18 lbf.ft) then back it off to specified angle.
Specified Return Angle: 20° Max.
- Tighten the locknut while holding the rack guide screw.
- Check for unusual steering effort through the complete turning travel.
- Check the steering wheel rotational play and the power assist (see STEERING WHEEL ROTATIONAL PLAY CHECK and POWER ASSIST CHECK ).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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