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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA1995T100 DX, RWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)STEERINGMANUAL STEERINGSTEERING SYSTEM - POWER RECIRCULATING BALL - 4WDOVERHAULSTEERING GEARINSPECTION
1995 Toyota T100 DX, RWD, Standard
Steering Gear: Inspection
1995 Toyota T100 DX, RWD, StandardSECTION Inspection
- Clamp sector shaft in soft-jawed vise. Measure thrust clearance of sector shaft adjusting screw. Thrust clearance should be 0.0012-0.0020" (0.030-0.050 mm).
- If thrust clearance is not within specification, unstake lock nut. Adjust lock nut to obtain specified thrust clearance. Restake lock nut. Inspect components for damage. Replace components if necessary.
- Clamp bolt hole area of worm gear valve body assembly in soft-jawed vise. Ensure power piston moves freely. Using dial indicator, measure movement of power piston when pushing piston toward top of worm shaft. Replace valve body and power piston assembly if movement exceeds 0.006" (0.15 mm).
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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.