OEM 2005 Toyota Sienna Rack And Pinion

2005 Toyota Sienna Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to overhaul the Rack And Pinion assembly on 2005 Toyota Sienna?

  A: The first step to overhauling the rack & pinion power rack and pinion assembly requires an inspection of the center front wheel before removing the front wheel. First fix the rack and pinion wheel in place with a seat belt while detaching the rack and pinion intermediate shaft assembly required Special Service Tool: 09628-62011 along with releasing 3 springs along with separating the dust cover and marking the intermediate shaft and power rack and pinion assembly then finishing by removing the bolt. Before proceeding, disconnect the pressure feed tubes by removing the clip on both sides using Special Service Tool: 09023-12701. The rack and pinion power rack and pinion assembly removal requires draining the pressure tubes followed by unbolting the assembly and then removing return tube No.2 and the left and right turn pressure tubes with Special Service Tool: 09023-38201. Fix the power rack and pinion assembly with Special Service Tool: 09612-00012 before removing the left and right tie rod assemblies to check their torque levels properly. Start by detaching the boot clips and clamps before removing both rack and pinion boots. Using Special Service Tool: 09922-10010 unstake the claw washer to retrieve the rack and pinion end sub-assembly. Then use Special Service Tool: 09631-10021 to take off the rack guide spring cap nut followed by the spring cap. The power rack and pinion control valve removal requires you to use Special Service Tool: 09616-00011 while unscrewing the nut after taking off the rack housing cap with a socket wrench (27 mm). Remove the control valve with its components from their mounting position while maintaining protection of the rings' grooves on the control valve. Use Special Service Tools with a press to install new components by maintaining correct orientation during installation. Use Special Service Tool 09631-12071 to test air tightness on the completed installation of the power rack and pinion along with its bush and cylinder end stopper. Attach the power rack and pinion control valve with its components while tightening bolts and lock nut to specification then attach the rack housing cap where indicated. The installation of the rack and pinion end sub-assembly begins with using Special Service Tool: 09631-10021 to adjust total preload according to torque specifications afterward secure the assembly while inspecting that no grease enters the holes to prevent clamps and boots installation. Finish the procedure by using Special Service Tool: 09521-24010 to achieve proper clamping clearance.