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STEERING
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STEERING - GENERAL DESCRIPTION
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Care must be taken to replace parts properly because they could affect the performance of the
steering system and result in a driving hazard.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority
of the likely cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.
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SA-10
SA-3
SA-5
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Parts
Trouble
Hard steering
Poor return
Excessive play
Abnormal noise
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STEERING - TROUBLESHOOTING
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Care must be taken to replace parts properly because they could affect the performance of the
steering system and result in a driving hazard.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority
of the likely cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.
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SR-32
SA-10
SA-3
SA-5
See page
Parts
Trouble
Hard steering
Poor return
Excessive play
Abnormal noise
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STEERING - ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
CHECK THAT STEERING WHEEL FREEPLAY IS COR-
RECT
With the vehicle stopped and tires pointed straight
ahead, rock the steering wheel gently back and forth
with light finger pressure.
Freeplay should not exceed the maximum.
Maximum freeplay:
30 mm (1.18 in.)
If incorrect, repair.
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STEERING - STEERING COLUMN
STEERING COLUMN
PREPARATION
RECOMMENDED TOOLS
09904-00010 Expander Set For removing and installing
snap ring
EQUIPMENT
Torque wrench
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STEERING - STEERING COLUMN
w/ SRS:
2. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL PAD
(a) Place the front wheels facing straight ahead.
(b) Remove the No.2 and No.3 covers.
(c) Using a torx wrench, loosen the 3 torx screws.
Torx wrench: T30 (Part No. 09042-00010 or locally
manufactured tool)
HINT: Loosen the 3 screws until the groove along the
screw circumference catches on the screw case.
(d) Pull the wheel pad out from the steering wheel and
disconnect the SRS connector.
NOTICE: When removing the wheel pad, take care not
to pull the airbag wire harness.
CAUTION:
• When storing the wheel pad, keep the upper surface
of the pad facing upward.
• Never disassemble the wheel pad.
3. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL
(a) Disconnect the connector.
(b) Remove the set nut.
(c) Place matchmarks on the steering wheel and main
shaft.
(d) Using SST, remove the steering wheel.
SST 09609-20011
4. REMOVE AND INSTALL COMBINATION SWITCH
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STEERING - STEERING COLUMN
STEERING COLUMN
COMPONENTS
(c) Using snap ring pliers, remove the snap ring from the
main shaft.
PREPARATION
SST (SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS)
09612-00012 Rack & Pinion Steering Rack
Housing Stand
(09631-00020) Handle
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STEERING - MANUAL STEERING GEAR HOUSING
RECOMMENDED TOOLS
09025-00010 Small Torque Wrench Total preload
EQUIPMENT
Torque wrench
(b) Ensure that the tube hole is not clogged with grease.
HINT: If the tube hole is clogged, the pressure inside
the boot will change after it is assembled and the
steering wheel turned.
(c) Line up the cutout portion of the rack with the pinion.
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STEERING - MANUAL STEERING GEAR HOUSING
(c) Using a brass bar and hammer, stake the claw washer.
POWER STEERING
DESCRIPTION
WHEN TURNING
When the steering main shaft is turned in either direction, the control valve also moves, closing
1 of the fluid passages. The other passage then opens wider, causing a change in fluid flow
volume and, at the same time, a differential pressure is created between both sides of the piston.
Consequently, the piston moves in the direction of the lower pressure so that the fluid in the
cylinder is forced back to the pump through the control valve.
SERVICE HINT
Troubles with the power steering system are usually concerned with hard steering due to the fact
that there is no assist. In such cases, before attempting to make repairs, it is necessary to
determine whether the trouble lies with the pump or with the gear housing. To do this, an on-
vehicle inspection can be made by using a pressure gauge.
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Power steering is a hydraulic device and problems are normally due to insufficient fluid pressure
acting on the piston. This could be caused by either the pump not producing the specified fluid
pressure or the control valve in the gear housing not functioning properly so that the proper fluid
pressure can not be obtained.
If the fault lies with the pump, the same symptoms will generally occur whether the steering
wheel is turned fully to the right or left. On the other hand, if the fault lies with the control valve,
there will generally be a difference between the amount of assist when the steering wheel is
turned to the left and right, causing harder steering. However, if the piston seal of the power
cylinder is worn, there will be a loss of fluid pressure whether the steering wheel is turned to the
right or left and the symptoms will be the same for both.
Before performing an on-vehicle inspection, a check must first be made to confirm that the
power steering system is completely free of any air. If there is any air in the system, the volume
of this air will change when the fluid pressure is raised, causing a fluctuation in the fluid pressure
so that the power steering will not function properly. To determine if there is any air in the
system, check to see if there is a change of fluid level in the reservoir tank when the steering
wheel is turned fully to the right or left.
For example, if there is air in the system, it will be compressed to a smaller volume when the
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STEERING - POWER STEERING
VANE PUMP
The main component parts of the vane pump, such as the cam ring, rotor, vanes and flow control
valve are high precision parts and must be handled carefully. Also, because this pump produces
a very high fluid pressure, O-rings are used for sealing each part. When reassembling the pump,
always use new O-rings.
In the flow control valve, there is a relief valve which controls the maximum pressure of the pump.
The amount of this maximum pressure is very important; if it is too low, there will be insufficient
power steering assist and if too high, it will have an adverse effect on the pressure hoses, oil
seals, etc. If the maximum pressure is either too high or too low due to a faulty relief valve, do not
disassemble or adjust the relief valve, but replace the flow control valve as an assembly.
The clearance between the flow control valve and pump body installation hole is very important.
After manufacture, the factory measures the size of the installation hole and outer circumference
of the flow control valve, and punches a mark accordingly. Therefore, when replacing the flow
control valve, be sure to do so with one having the same mark in order to insure the proper
clearance.
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STEERING - POWER STEERING
The functional parts of the pump which produce fluid pressure are the cam ring, rotor and vanes,
and these should be checked for wear. If the clearance between each is not within standard when
reassembling, any worn parts should be replaced.
In this case, the replaced cam ring and rotor should be of the same length (have the same mark),
and the vanes should be replaced with those having a length corresponding to that mark,
otherwise the proper thrust clearance cannot be obtained. If there is too much thrust clearance,
there will be insufficient fluid pressure at low speeds. If there is too little thrust clearance, it may
result in seizure of the vanes.
GEAR HOUSING
If the gear housing is secured directly in a vise during overhaul, there is danger of deforming it,
so always first secure it in the SST provided (rack and pinion steering rack housing stand) before
placing it in the vise.
The oil seals on both sides of the power cylinder are for the prevention of leakage of the high
pressure fluid which acts on the piston. Always use new oil seals when reassembling and be very
careful not to scratch or damage them.
Because of the high pressure, even the slightest scratch will cause fluid leakage, resulting in an
inoperative power steering system.
Also, be very careful not to scratch the sliding portion of the rack which makes contact with the
oil seals. When removing the rack ends from the rack, it is very easy to cause a burr when holding
the tip of the rack with a wrench. Therefore, before assembling the rack, first check the tip for
burrs and remove any with an oil stone.
Teflon rings are used for the piston and control valve. These teflon rings are highly durable
against wear, but if it is necessary to replace them, be careful not so stretch the new ones. After
installing a teflon ring into its groove, snug it down into the groove before assembly of the
cylinder or housing to prevent possible damage.
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STEERING - POWER STEERING
As with the rack and pinion type steering, preload is very important. If the preload is not correct,
it could result in such trouble as steering wheel play or shimmy or lack of durability, so always
make sure that it is correct.
IDLE-UP DEVICE
The pump produces the maximum fluid pressure when the steering wheel is turned fully to the
right or left and, at this time, there is a maximum load on the pump which causes a decrease in
engine idle rpm. To solve this problem, vehicles are equipped with an idle-up device which acts
to raise the engine idle rpm whenever there is a heavy load on the pump.
On EFI engines, when the piston of the air control valve is pushed by fluid pressure, the air valve
opens and the volume of air by-passing the throttle valve is increased to regulate engine rpm.
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STEERING - POWER STEERING
PREPARATION
SST (SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS)
09278-54012 Drive Shaft Holding Tool PS pump pulley
09631-12020 Handle
RECOMMENDED TOOLS
09025-00010 Small Torque Wrench Total preload
EQUIPMENT
Dial indicator Steering rack
Torque wrench
LUBRICANT
Item Capacity Classification
Power steering fluid 0.81 liters (0.86 US qts, 0.71 Imp.qts) ATF DEXRON ll
Total
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
DRIVE BELT TENSION CHECK
Using a belt tension gauge, check the drive belt ten-
sion.
Belt tension gauge:
Nippondenso BTG-20 (95506-00020) or
Borroughs No.BT-33-73F
Drive belt tension:
New belt
627-803 N (64-82 kgf, 140-180 lbf)
Used belt
353-529 N (36-54 kgf, 80-120 lbf)
HINT:
• “New belt” refers to a belt which has been less
than 5 minutes on a running engine.
• “Used belt” refers to a belt which has been used
on a running engine for 5 minutes or more.
• After installing the drive belt, check that it fits
properly in the ribbed grooves.
VEHICLES WITH BELT TENSION ADJUSTING BOLT
When belt tension adjustment is necessary, follow the
procedure below.
(a) Loosen bolts A and B.
(b) Loosen lock nuts D and E.
(c) Adjust adjusting bolt F so that its protrusion above
nut C is ±0 mm (0 in.).
(d) Fix nut C using lock nut D.
(e) Push up the P/S pump body so that there is no free
play in the belt. Turn adjusting bolt F to obtain the
correct belt tension as specified above.
(f) Torque bolts A and B.
Torque: 43 Nm (440 kgfcm, 32 ftlbf)
(g) Loosen adjusting bolt F by 4 or 5 turns.
NOTICE: Check that there is a gap of 5 mm (0.20 in.) or
more between the tip of nut C and the P/S pump body.
(h) Fix adjusting bolt F with lock nut E.
(i) Recheck the belt tension.
3. STOP ENGINE
4. CHECK FOR FORMING OR EMULSIFICATION
HINT: Forming and emulsification indicate either the
existence of air in the system or that the fluid level is
too low.
IDLE-UP CHECK
1. WARM UP ENGINE
2. TURN AIR CONDITIONER SWITCH OFF
3. CHECK IDLE-UP
(a) Fully turn the steering wheel.
(b) Check that the engine rpm decreases when the air
control valve hose is pinched.
(c) Check that the engine rpm increases when the air
control valve hose is released.
POWER STEERING FLUID REPLACEMENT
1. JACK UP FRONT OF VEHICLE AND SUPPORT IT
WITH STANDS
COMPONENTS
MOM-”
(b) Remove the rotor and plate from the pump shaft.
(c) Remove the 2 O-rings and shorter straight pin from
the plate.
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STEERING - POWER STEERING
(b) Check the flow control valve for leakage. Close one of
the holes and apply compressed air [392-490 kPa (4
-5 kgf/cm2, 57-71 psi)] into the opposite side, and
confirm that air does not come out from the end hole.
(b) Coat a new oil seal lip with power steering fluid.
NOTICE: Make sure you install the oil seal facing the
correct direction.
(c) Using a socket wrench, press in the oil seal.
(b) Install the rear housing and use a press to push down
on the wave washer hard enough to compress it.
NOTICE: Do not apply too much pressure.
(c) Install the snap ring.
GEAR HOUSING
STEERING GEAR HOUSING REMOVAL
AND INSTALLATION
Remove and install the parts, as shown.
COMPONENTS
(b) Using SST, remove the control valve with the oil seal
and bearing.
SST 09613-12010
NOTICE: Never attempt to tap out the control valve as
this would damage it.
(c) Remove the oil seal from the control valve.
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STEERING - POWER STEERING
(b) Using a brass bar and hammer, remove the oil seal.
(c) Coat a new oil seal lip with power steering fluid.
(d) Using a socket wrench (24 mm), extension bar and
hammer, tap in the oil seal to the housing.
NOTICE: Make sure you install the oil seal facing the
correct direction.
(e) Carefully slide the tapered end of the SST over the
teflon rings to seat the rings.
SST 09631-20081
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the teflon rings.
(d) Coat a new oil seal lip with power steering fluid.
(e) Using SST and hammer, install the oil seal until it
contacts the bearing.
SST 09612-22011
NOTICE: Make sure you install the oil seal facing the
correct direction.
(c) Using SST, return the rack guide spring cap 12°.
SST 09612-24014 (09612-10022)
(d) Using SST, turn the control valve shaft right and left 1
or 2 times.
SST 09616-00010
(e) Loosen the spring cap until the rack guide spring is
not functioning.
(f) Using SST and torque meter, tighten the rack guide
spring cap until the preload is within specification.
SST 09612-24014 (09612-10022),
09616-00010
Preload (turning):
0.9-1.5 Nm (9-15 kgfcm, 7.8-13.0 in.lbf)
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STEERING - POWER STEERING
(c) Using a brass bar and hammer, stake the claw washer.
SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS
SERVICE DATA
Steering wheel freeplay (Maximum) 30 mm (1.18 in.)
MANUAL STEERING GEAR HOUSING
Steering rack runout (Maximum) 0.3 mm (0.012 in.)
Pinion preload (Turning) 0.1-0.2 Nm (1.5-2.5 kgfcm, 1.3-2.2 in.lbf)
Total preload (Turning) 0.6-1.2 Nn (6-12 kgfcm, 5.2-10.4 in.lbf)
PS ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Drive belt tension (New belt) 628-794 N (64-81 kgf, 140-180 lbf)
Drive belt tension (Used belt) 363-529 N (37-54 kgf, 80-120 lbf)
Maximum rise of oil level 5 mm (0.20 in.)
Oil pressure at idle speed with valve closed (Minimum) 5,883 kPa (80 kgf/cm2, 853 psi)
Steering effort at idle speed (Maximum) 7.8 Nm (80 kgfcm, 69 in.lbf)
PS PUMP
Rotor shaft bushing oil clearance (STD) 0.01-0.03 mm (0.0004-0.0012 in.)
Rotor shaft bushing oil clearance (Maximum) 0.07 mm (0.0028 in.)
Vane plate to rotor groove clearance (Maximum) 0.03 mm (0.0012 in.)
Vane plate length (Minimum) 14.97 mm (0.5894 in.)
Vane plate height (Minimum) 8.0 mm (0.315 in.)
Vane plate thickness (Minimum) 1.77 mm (0.0697 in.)
Vane plate length
(Rotor and cam ring mark)
None 14.996-14.998 mm (0.59039-0.59047 in.)
14.994-14.996 mm (0.59032-0.59039 in.)
14.992-14.994 mm (0.59024-0.59032 in.)
14.990-14.992 mm (0.59016-0.59024 in.)
14.988-14.990 mm (0.59008-0.59016 in.)
Flow control valve spring length (STD) 38 mm (1.49 in.)
Flow control valve spring length (Minimum) 36 mm (1.42 in.)
Pump rotating torque (Maximum) 0.3 Nm (2.8 kgfcm, 2.4 in.lbf)
PS GEAR HOUSING
Steering rack runout (Maximum) 0.3 mm (0.012 in.)
Control valve shaft bushing oil clearance (STD) 0.050-0.083 mm (0.0020-0.0033 in.)
Control valve shaft bushing oil clearance (Maximum) 0.125 mm (0.0049 in.)
Total preload (Turning) 0.9-1.5 Nm (9-15 kgfcm, 7.8-13.0 in.lbf)
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STEERING - SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Part tightened Nm kgfcm ft.Ibf
STEERING COLUMN
Steering main shaft x Universal joint 290
Column bracket x Body 260
Steering wheel 350
MANUAL STEERING GEAR HOUSING
Pinion bearing adjusting screw lock nut 930
Rack guide spring cap lock nut 490
Rack x Rack end 520
Tie rod end lock nut 480
Gear housing bracket x Body 590
Pinion shaft x Universal joint 290
Steering main shaft x Universal joint 290
Column hole cover x Body 4.9 43 in.lbf
Tie rod end x Steering knuckle 500
POWER STEERING PUMP
Pressure port union x Pump housing 700
Suction port union x Pump housing 130
Pressure tube x Pressure port union 550
Drive pulley x Rotor shaft 440
PS pump installation bolt 440
POWER STEERING GEAR HOUSING
Cylinder end stopper 600
Control valve self-locking nut 600
Rack housing cap 600
Rack guide spring cap lock nut 380
Rack x Rack end 520
Tie rod end lock nut 480
Turn pressure tube union nut 200
Air control valve x Gear housing 300
Gear housing bracket x Body 590
Engine rear mount bracket x Body 800
Engine rear mount bracket x Transaxle 490
Exhaust pipe x Exhaust manifold 630
Exhaust pipe x Converter 440
Column hole cover x Body 4.9 43 in.lbf
Control valve shaft x Universal joint 290
Steering main shaft x Universal joint 290
Pressure and return tube x Gear housing 450
Pressure and return tube clamp x Gear housing 130
Tie rod end x Steering knuckle 500
Transaxle case x Control cable bracket (M/T) 115