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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Power Steering Gear: Installation

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Toyota Tundra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install grommet and bracket .
Install PS gear assembly .
1. Install the PS gear assembly with the gear assembly set bolt.
  NOTE: Bolts and nuts A-D are called out in Fig 1.
  
  Torque: 165 N.m (1,700 kgf.cm, 123 ft.lbf)
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Power Steering Rack Fasteners
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
2. Install the gear assembly set bolt, washer and nut.
  Torque: 130 N.m (1,350 kgf.cm, 96 ft.lbf)
3. Install the stud bolt to the bracket.
  Torque: 20 N.m (200 kgf.cm, 15 ft.lbf)
4. Install the bolt and nut to the bracket.
  Torque: 165 N.m (1,700 kgf.cm, 123 ft.lbf)
Connect pressure feed and return tubes .
Using SST, connect the tubes. SST 09023-12700.

Torque: 32 N.m (326 kgf.cm, 27 ft.lbf)

Fig 2: Installing Pressure Feed & Return Tubes
Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

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• 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.