OEM 2009 Scion xB Rack And Pinion

2009 Scion xB Rack And Pinion Parts Q&A

• Q: How to remove the power Rack And Pinion on 2009 Scion xB?

  A: The first step to remove the power rack and pinion requires placing the front wheels in a straight position while securing the steering wheel with a seat belt to prevent spiral cable damage. To start the process first remove the column hole cover silencer sheet followed by separating the No. 2 rack and pinion intermediate shaft assembly and then detach the No. 1 rack and pinion hole cover sub-assembly by removing clip A and detaching clip B from the body. The technician should first detach the front wheels alongside No. 1 engine under cover and No. 2 engine under cover and rear engine under covers LH and RH and front suspension member reinforcements LH and RH from both sides. The necessary tool 09960-20010 will separate the tie rod end from the rack and pinion knuckle but you should ensure correct alignment and secure the tool to stop tools from dropping. The technician should first detach front lower suspension arm sub-assemblies LH and RH from the vehicle and then take out the front suspension member rear braces LH and RH followed by removal of the front suspension crossmember sub-assembly. Then remove the bolt from the rack and pinion link assembly followed by both matchmarks on the rack and pinion intermediate shaft and rack and pinion link assembly. Afterward detach the rack and pinion hole cover sub-assembly from the rack and pinion link assembly. Separate the rack and pinion link assembly by undoing its 2 bolts with 2 nuts but do not rotate the nut when breaking the bolt then clamp the rack and pinion link assembly into a vise using Special Service Tool: 09612-00012 to finally remove the tie rod end sub-assemblies LH and RH while making notes for later reinstallation.