## Power Steering

#### Steering Gearbox Removal

17-35

Special Tools Required Ball joint remover, 28 mm, 07MAC-SL00200 Note these items during removal:

- Using solvent and a brush, wash any oil and dirt off the valve body unit its lines and the end of the gearbox. Blow dry with compressed air.
- Be sure to remove the steering wheel before disconnecting the steering joint. Damage to the cable reel can occur.
- LHD type is shown, RHD type is symmetrical.

1. Raise the front of vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2. Remove the front wheels.
3. Remove the driver's airbag and the steering wheel (see page 17-6).
4. Remove the driver's dashboard lower covers.
5. Remove the steering joint bolts, disconnect the steering joint by moving the steering joint (A) toward the column.

6. Remove the air cleaner (A) and resonator (B).

7. Open the heater valve cable clamp, and disconnect the heater valve cable. Remove the heater valve (A) from the bulkhead and move it aside.