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I just received the above bushings today and don't want to get the vehicle up on stands and start a job I can't finish. The instructions included only say to remove the original bushings with a mallet and large punch. I've got a mallet not a punch though. Has anyone tackled this job themselves or knows of a DIY walkthrough. Haven't been able to find one is the SC430 close enough?
I installed them. It was a very easy DIY. However, be careful at removing REAR steering rack bushings (there are two of them in each hole) - they may get stuck on their way out. I suggest lifting the rack with scissor jack in order to get the job done.If they still dont come out even if you are using tools, try to apply some grease.
I installed them. It was aAS very easy DIY. However, be careful at removing REAR steering rack bushings (there are two of them in each hole) - they may get stuck on their way out. I suggest lifting the rack with scissor jack in order to get the job done.If they still dont come out even if you are using tools, try to apply some grease.
Thanks for the info. Did you use anything to help force them out?
Thanks for the info. Did you use anything to help force them out?
No problem. Here is more info for you to consider when doing this diy:
1) Use adjustable wrench or pry bar to remove the two rear bushings.
2) Use screwdriver to push the rear bushings from other side once you remove the front ones.
3) Be ready to move steering rack in different directions to free up the required space.
4) Use tons of chassis grease for lubricating non-rubber bushings to prevent squeaking.
You can use the "Find" feature on Acrobat to search for the keywords "PS gear assembly". They should be torqued to 87 ft.lbf.
Thanks going off that list the stud bolt was only 25ft lbs. I'm having an issue where on the driver side once I torque the nut over the stud bolt there aren't any threads showing through the nut like on the passenger side. I just backed off the stud bolt a few turns because I was worried about the nut coming loose. Might look into finding a longer stud bolt.
08-20-18, 05:59 PM
Daizen Steering Rack Bushing Installation
