MANUAL STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE

ST-16prose procedure

Step 7: M/T uses support+control rods; N·CVT uses transmission cable + bracket. Step 10 distinguishes LHD vs RHD direction of drop-out.

Removal (Cont'd)

5
Slacken lower joint tightening bolts and remove lower joint from steering gear pinion.
Do not forcibly spread flange of lower joint when disassembling.
Ensure joint and pinion are marked for correct alignment during re-assembly.
UST025
6
Support transmission housing with engine jack and remove engine centre member and rear engine mounting (see EM section for details).
SST579B
7
Disconnect transmission linkage (support rod and control rod for manual transmission vehicles and transmission cable and mounting bracket for N·CVT vehicles) and place aside.
UST026
8
Remove steering gear mounting bolts.
UST027
9
Slacken dust boot retaining strap and remove dust boot from pinion.
10
For LHD vehicles, rotate gear and displace through right-hand wheel arch until left-hand tie rod is clear to drop out through bottom of engine bay, then remove assembly. • For RHD vehicles, rotate gear and displace through left-hand wheel arch until right-hand tie-rod is clear to drop out through bottom of engine bay, then remove assembly.
SST581B