INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Flip the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times as shown in the illustration before installing the nut.
(b) Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 2 to 4 seconds per turn and check the torque reading on the 5th turn.
Torque:
0.49-3.43 N·m {5.0-35.0 kgf·cm, 4.34-30.36 in·lbf}
2. INSPECT POWER STEERING RACK
(a) Using a dial indicator, check the power steering rack for runout, teeth wear and damage.
Maximum runout:
0.3 mm (0.012 in.)
If necessary, replace the power steering link assembly.
(b) Check the back surface for wear and damage.
If necessary, replace the power steering link assembly.
Manual transmission
■ Shifting the shift lever
6-speed models
Fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift lever, and then release
it slowly.
5-speed models
Fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift lever, and then release
it slowly.
■Maximum allowable speed
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Engine compartment
2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine
1. Washer fluid tank
2.Radiator cap
3.Engine coolant reservoir
4. Engine oil filler cap
5. Power steering fluid reservoir
6. Engine oil level dipstick
7. Brake fluid reservoir
8. Fuse box
9. Battery
10. Condenser
11. Radiator
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine
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Removal
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY
(See page )
2. REMOVE IGNITION COIL ASSEMBLY
3. REMOVE ENGINE OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK GUIDE
4. REMOVE CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL CONTROL SOLENOID ASSEMBLY (for Intake Side of Bank
1)
5. REMOVE CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL CONTROL SOLENOID ASSEMBLY (for Exha ...