SAFARI STORME MY14

STEERING 36 4. Disconnect the outer ball joint from the knuckle by removing the split pin (1) and hexagonal thin nut (2). Follow the same procedure at other end also. 5. Loosen and remove four mounting bolts and take out the rack and pinion assembly from the frame. FITMENT For assembly follow reverse procedure of removal. 7.3 RACK & PINION UNIT OVERHAULING 7.3.1 General Instructions The following general precautions to be followed during servicing and during overhauling of rack and pinion assembly; • Plug the ports tight with protective caps in the steering gear. • Take care to avoid damages to bellows, feed pipes, and input shaft while removing the RAP assembly from the vehicle. • Do not attempt to weld any broken steering com- ponent. Replace the component with the original equipment. NOTE Due to the complexity of the power rack and pinion unit, this portion of the manual only covers minor repair of the power rack and pinion unit. Only proper- ly trained and qualified technicians should perform these repairs