OEM 2006 Toyota Sienna Rack And Pinion

2006 Toyota Sienna Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to inspect the rack and pinion power steering gear and tie rod assemblies on 2006 Toyota Sienna?

  A: A dial indicator will help check rack and pinion power steering rack and pinion runout as well as tooth damage and wear while ensuring maximum runout stays below 0.3 mm (0.012 inch). Replace the rack & pinion power steering rack and pinion assembly if this runout limit is exceeded. Alongside a surface check of the back area you must inspect for damage or deterioration before performing replacement. To inspect the tie rod assembly LH position the unit in a vise while installing the nut to the stud bolt and then perform 5 operating cycles of the ball joint stud. Turn the nut at a span of 3 to 5 seconds while recording the torque measurement from the fifth turn between 0.83 to 3.43 Nm (8.5 to 35.0 kg-cm, 7.3 to 30.4 inch lbs.) using a torque wrench. Tie rod assembly RH also requires the same method of procedure.