Steering Rack Inspection
1. Inspect for cracking, damage, and tooth wear.
If there is any malfunction, replace the steering rack.
2. Measure the steering rack warp.

If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the steering rack.
Large diameter portion (near point A): 0.15 mm {0.006 in} max.
Small diameter portion (near point B): 0.20 mm {0.008 in} max.
Tie-rod End Inspection
1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and the boot for cracks.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
3. Rotate the ball joint 5 times
.
4. Install two nuts to the ball joint and measure the tie-rod end rotational torque using a torque wrench.

If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.
0.5—3.0 N·m {5.1—30 kgf·cm, 4.5—26 in·lbf}
Tie rod Inspection
1. Inspect for bending and damage.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie rod.
3. Swing the ball joint 10 times
.
4. Measure the ball joint swing torque using a pull scale.

If it exceeds the specification, replace the tie rod.
0.4—4.0 N·m {4.1—40 kgf·cm, 3.6—35 in·lbf}
[Pull scale reading 0.6—29.3 N {0.06—2.98 kgf, 0.14—6.58 lbf}]
Steering Gear And Linkage Disassembly
Steering Gear And Linkage Removal/InstallationTransaxle Oil Replacement [A26 M R]
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2..
3. Remove the drain plug and gasket.
4. Drain the oil into a suitable container.
5. Install a new gasket and the drain plug.
Tightening torque
28—51 N·m {2.9—5.2 kgf·m, 21—37 ft·lbf}
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Removing a Flat Tire
If your vehicle is equipped with a
wheel cover, pry off the wheel cover
with the beveled end of the jack lever.
NOTE
Force the end of the jack lever firmly
between wheel and cover, or removal will
be difficult.
CAUTION
Align the notch on the wheel cover
with the valve ...
Key
WARNING
Do not leave the key in your vehicle with
children and keep them in a place where
your children will not fi nd or play with
them:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the
key is dangerous. This could result in
someone being badly injured or even
killed. Children ...