OEM 2009 Toyota Matrix Rack And Pinion

2009 Toyota Matrix Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to install the Rack And Pinion on 2009 Toyota Matrix?

  A: Install the 4WD rack and pinion by first attaching the tie rod end sub-assembly LH to the rack and pinion assembly with proper matchmark alignment then adjust the toe-in before tightening the lock nut. Apply the same procedure to the tie rod end sub-assembly RH. You must install the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly by placing its round hole against the protrusion on the steering link assembly. The steering link assembly should pass above the transfer before securing it by hanging a string on top while installing a temporary castle-nutted tie rod to the steering knuckle. First temporarily install the front suspension crossmember before adding the No. 1 front stabilizer bracket LH and RH while using both sides of the same installation procedure. Install the steering link assembly to the front suspension crossmember sub-assembly by fastening it with two bolts and two nuts before torqueing them to 82 Nm (836 kgf-cm, 60 ft-lbf). Continue the process for front lower suspension arm connections on both sides alike. When aligning the cotter pin holes of the tie rod end sub-assembly LH to rack and pinion connection, additional torque of 49 Nm (500 kgf-cm, 36 ft-lbf) is needed before installing a new cotter pin for alignment. Repetitive steps must be taken for the installation of the tie rod end sub-assembly RH. Attach clip B to the body while fastening the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly with clips A that must not touch the lip. Attain the No. 2 steering intermediate shaft assembly when the front wheels face forward and add the column hole cover silencer sheet. The repair technician should install the engine under cover LH and RH followed by the front wheels and should torque them to 103 Nm (1050 kgf-cm, 76 ft-lbf). Adjust the suspension stability before performing front wheel alignment adjustments. The last part includes running the rotation angle sensor initialization and performing torque sensor zero point calibration.