Lexus NX: Disassembly
DISASSEMBLY
PROCEDURE
1. FIX STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY
| (a) Using SST, fix the steering gear assembly. SST: 09612-00012 HINT: Apply protective tape to SST before use. |
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2. REMOVE TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
| (a) Put matchmarks on the tie rod end sub-assembly LH and rack end. |
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(b) Remove the tie rod end sub-assembly LH and lock nut.
3. REMOVE TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY RH
HINT:
Use the same procedure described for the LH side.
4. REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT CLIP
(a) Using pliers, remove the 2 steering rack boot clips.
5. REMOVE NO. 2 STEERING RACK BOOT CLAMP
| (a) Using a screwdriver, remove the No. 2 steering rack boot clamp. NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the steering rack boot. |
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6. REMOVE NO. 1 STEERING RACK BOOT CLAMP
HINT:
Use the same procedure described for the No. 2 steering rack boot clamp.
7. REMOVE NO. 2 STEERING RACK BOOT
(a) Remove the No. 2 steering rack boot.
8. REMOVE NO. 1 STEERING RACK BOOT
(a) Remove the No. 1 steering rack boot.
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Inspection
INSPECTION CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT NOTICE:
When using a vise, place aluminum plates between the part and vise.
When using a vise, do not overtighten it.
PROCEDURE 1. INSPECT TIE ROD END SUB-AS
Reassembly
REASSEMBLY PROCEDURE 1. INSTALL NO. 2 STEERING RACK BOOT (a) Apply lithium soap base glycol grease to the inside of the steering rack end. *1 Rack Housing *2 Steering Rack End
Installation
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 1. INSTALL STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY (a) Install the steering gear assembly to the front suspension crossmember with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts. Torque: 110 N·m {1122 kgf·cm, 81 ftÂ
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Luggage compartment features
Cargo hooks
Raise the hook to use.
The cargo hooks are provided for securing
loose items.
WARNING
â– When cargo hooks are not in use
To avoid injury, always return the hooks
to their stowed positions when not in use.
Cargo net hooks
Raise the hook to use.
The cargo net can be hanged,
On-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT HINT: Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing an ignition coil assembly or spark plug. Click here PROCEDURE 1. PERFORM SPARK TEST (a) Check for DTCs. Click here NOTICE: If any DTC is output, perform troubleshooting procedures for that DTC.
