LUBRICANTS
| Items | Specified Lubricant | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Steering column bearing | Multipurpose grease SAE J310a, NLGI No.2 | As required |
| Steering gear box rack, pinion gear part | Multipurpose grease SAE J310a, NLGI No.2 | As required |
| Bellows | Silicone grease | As required |
| Oil pump | Power steering fluid (PSF-4) | As required |
| Power steering fluid | Power steering fluid (PSF-4) | 1.0 lit (0.88 qts.) |
LUBRICANTS QUANTITY
CHECKING STEERING ANGLE
- Place the front wheel on a turning radius gauge and measure the steering angle. Standard value: Wheel angle Inside wheel 39.17°±2 Outside wheel 31.56°
- If the measured value is not within the standard value, adjust the toe and inspect again.
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- Disconnect tie rod and knuckle with the special tool (09568-A000).
- Shake the ball joint stud several times to check for looseness. Tie rod end ball joint starting torque: 30 kg.cm or less
- If the starting torque exceeds the upper limit of the standard value, replace the tie rod end.
- Even if the starting torque is below the lower limit of the standard value, check the play of the ball joint and replace if necessary.
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL RETURN
- The force required to turn the steering wheel and the wheel return should be the same for both moderate and sharp turns.
- When the steering wheel is turned 90° and held for a couple of seconds while the vehicle is being driven at 20-30 kph (12-19 mph), the steering wheel should return at least 20° from its central position when it is released.
Note. If the steering wheel is turned very quickly, steering may be momentarily difficult. This is not a malfunction because the oil pump output will be somewhat decreased.
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CHECKING POWER STEERING BELT TENSION
Refer to BELT, IDLER, BELT TENSIONER, PULLEY for 2.4L engines or INSPECTION for 3.3L engines .