Toyota Land Cruiser Quiz
Steering

Inspection

In this manual: Steering
Introduction — 13Preparation — 19Service specifications — 19Engine Mechanical — 28Automatic Transmission — 22Body Electrical — 373Brake — 34Propeller Shaft — 7Transfer — 24Motor shift control system — 1Steering — 34Ignition — 7Charging — 9Emission Control — 6Cooling — 17Starting — 12Lubrication — 13Maintenance — 7Chassis — 1Disassembly — 1
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1. INSPECT STEERING RACK

INSPECT STEERING RACK

(a) Using a dial indicator, check the rack for runout and for teeth wear and damage.

Maximum runout: 0.3 mm (0.012 in.)

(b) Check the back surface for wear and damage.

2. INSPECT BEARING

INSPECT BEARING

(a) Check the needle roller bearing of the rack housing for pitmarks or damage.

If faulty, replace the rack housing,

(b) Coat the inside of the bearing with molybdenum disulfide lithium base grease.

3. INSPECT BEARING

INSPECT BEARING

(a) Check the bearing rotation condition and check for abnormal noise.

If the bearing is worn or damaged, replace the control valve assembly.

(b) Coat the bearing with molybdenum disulfide lithium base grease.

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