OEM 2009 Toyota 4Runner Rack And Pinion

2009 Toyota 4Runner Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to remove and replace the Rack And Pinion on 2009 Toyota 4Runner?

  A: The power steering link assembly needs installation using two bolts and two nuts with 100 Nm (1,020 kgf-cm, 74 ft-lbf) torque applied during bolt rotation instead of the nut rotation. Place the rack and pinion outlet return tube with a union nut wrench while applying a torque of 40 Nm (407 kgf-cm, 29 ft-lbf), use a torque wrench with a 300 mm (11.81 in.) fulcrum length for measurement precision. The pressure feed tube assembly must be positioned on the frame sub-assembly through two bolts which require a torque of 28 Nm (286 kgf-cm, 21 ft-lbf) before tightening the flare nut with a union nut wrench at 40 Nm (407 kgf-cm, 29 ft-lbf). The rack and pinion intermediate shaft sub-assembly No. 2 requires tightening before attachment of the tie rod end sub-assembly LH to the steering knuckle arm using a nut and cotter pin at 91 Nm (928 kgf-cm, 67 ft-lbf). The assembly process requires engine under cover sub-assembly No. 1 with 4 bolts and rear engine under cover assembly with 6 bolts. Mount the front wheels in their positions while applying a torque of 110 Nm (1,122 kgf-cm, 81 ft-lbf) and set them in a straight-ahead direction. After installing the turn signal switch assembly mount the spiral cable with the steering column cover lower followed by spiral cable centering and steering wheel assembly placement. First inspect the steering wheel center point and install the steering pad and examine both components together with the SRS warning light. The mechanic will add power steering fluid followed by power steering fluid bleeding procedures and lastly inspect for any signs of leakage. You should execute front wheel alignment inspection as well as necessary adjustments at the end.