Lexus LX - Page 538

STEERING LINKAGE > DISASSEMBLY
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1. FIX POWER STEERING LINK ASSEMBLY
a. Using SST, fix the power steering link.
SST
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HINT:
Tape SST before use.
NOTICE:
When using a vise, do not overtighten it.
2. REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT CLIP LH
a. Using pliers, remove the steering rack boot clip.
3. REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT CLIP RH
HINT:
Use the same procedures described for the LH side.
4. REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT CLAMP LH
a. Using pliers, remove the boot clamp as shown in the illustration.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to damage the steering rack boot.
5. REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT CLAMP RH
HINT:
Use the same procedures described for the LH side.
6. REMOVE NO. 1 STEERING RACK BOOT
a. Remove the steering rack boot LH and RH.