( TL19E00F00000057111KDAT00 )

Steering Gearbox Removal and Installation

Special Tools Required
Ball joint remover, 28 mm
07MAC-SL00201
Subframe alignment pin
070AG-SJAA10S
Engine support hanger
AAR-T1256-J00*
Subhanger stay
07MAK-PY30100
*: This special tool is available from Snap-on Tools International, LLC.
Note these items during removal:

- Use solvent and a brush, wash any oil and dirt off the end of the steering gearbox. Avoid any electrical parts. Blow dry with compressed air.
- Be sure to remove the steering wheel before disconnecting the steering joint, or damage to the cable reel can occur.
- Lower the front subframe from the body and remove the steering gearbox through the gap produced by lowering the front subframe.
- The illustrations show LHD model, RHD model is similar for items not shown in this section.

Removal

1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure.

1. Raise the vehicle on a lift, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations.

1. Remove the front wheels.

1. Remove the driver's airbag and the steering wheel.

1. Remove the steering joint cover (A).