OEM 2006 Toyota Avalon Rack And Pinion

2006 Toyota Avalon Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to install the rack & pinion power steering Rack And Pinion assembly on 2006 Toyota Avalon?

  A: During rack & pinion power steering rack and pinion assembly installation direct the indicated parts by arrows to receive application with power steering fluid as well as MP grease, silicon grease, or molybdenum disulfide lithium base grease. Start by setting the front tire wheels in a straight-ahead position followed by removing both front tire wheels together with their front fender apron seals from the left and right sides. Fix the steering wheel in place using the seat belt before you remove the bolt and mark matchpoints between the intermediate shaft and power steering rack and pinion assembly and the two components can be separated. Proceed by removing the tie rod assemblies on both left and right sides through removal of cotter pins and castle nuts followed by utilizing tool SST 09628-62011 to detach them from steering knuckles. Both sides require removal of the front stabilizer link assemblies along with brackets after disconnection of the pressure feed tube assembly by using SST 09023-12701. Next, remove the power steering rack and pinion assembly through bolt loosening while maintaining fixed nut position. Prior to taking off the heat insulator make sure to handle it cautiously. The power steering rack and pinion assembly requires SST 09023-38201 to detach right and left turn pressure tubes while SST 09612-00012 is used for assembly restraint. All tie rod assemblies need to be removed while also taking out steering rack boot clips and clamps without harming the boots. It is necessary to remove both steering rack ends and rack guide as well as power steering control valve while maintaining careful component protection. A power steering rack inspection should focus on detecting both runout and wear and the tie rod assemblies require checking of torque values. Utility tool 09612-00012 helps to install fresh oil seals and O-rings by applying power steering fluid before the steering rack bush assembly installation process where maintenance of parts avoidance is essential. The air tightness test requires the use of SST 09631-12071 to apply vacuum and monitor pressure to verify correct oil seal installation.