The document provides instructions for removing and disassembling the power steering gear of a 2004 Toyota Sequoia Limited. It identifies the key components of the power steering gear using diagrams. The removal and disassembly process involves 15 steps, including disconnecting tie rod ends and tubes, removing the rack ends and housing caps, and taking out the control valve assembly. Special service tools are specified for several steps to properly secure, remove, or stop components from rotating.

1. 2004 STEERING
Power Steering Gear - Sequoia
COMPONENTS
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2. Fig. 1: Identifying Power Steering Gear Components (1 Of 3)
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3. Fig. 2: Identifying Power Steering Gear Components (2 Of 3)
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4. Fig. 3: Identifying Power Steering Gear Components (3 Of 3)
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REMOVAL
1. PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD
2. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL PAD (See REMOVAL )
3. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL (See REMOVAL )
4. DISCONNECT RH AND LH TIE ROD ENDS ( BALL JOINTS )
5. DISCONNECT NO. 2 INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY (See REMOVAL )
6. DISCONNECT CLAMP PLATE
Remove the bolt and disconnect the clamp plate.
7. DISCONNECT PRESSURE FEED AND RETURN TUBES
Using SST, disconnect the tubes.
SST 09023-12700
8. REMOVE PS GEAR ASSEMBLY
a. Remove the bolt, nut and stud bolt from the bracket.
b. Remove the 2 set bolts, nut, washer and PS gear assembly.
9. REMOVE BRACKET AND GROMMET
NOTE: Remove the steering wheel assembly before the steering gear removal, because
there is possibility of breaking of the spiral cable.
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5. Fig. 4: Locating SST
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DISASSEMBLY
1. REMOVE 2 TURN PRESSURE TUBES
a. Using SST, remove the 2 turn pressure tubes.
SST 09023-38400
b. Remove the 4 O-rings from the tubes.
NOTE: When using a vise, do not overtighten it.
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6. Fig. 5: Removing Turn Pressure Tubes
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2. SECURE PS GEAR ASSEMBLY IN VISE
Using SST, 2 bolts and nuts, secure the gear assembly in a vise, as shown in the illustration.
SST 09612-00012
Reference:
Bolt: 90105-10346
Nut: 90170-10198
NOTE: Use 2 of the same type of SST.
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8. Fig. 6: Locating SST
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3. REMOVE RH AND LH TIE ROD ENDS AND LOCK NUTS
a. Place matchmarks on the tie rod end, lock nut and rack end.
b. Loosen the lock nut, remove the tie rod end and lock nut.
c. Perform the same manner described above to the other side.
Fig. 7: Placing Matchmarks On Tie Rod End, Lock Nut & Rock End
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4. REMOVE RH AND LH CLIPS, RACK BOOTS AND CLAMPS
a. Using a screwdriver, loosen the 2 clamps.
b. Remove the 2 clips and boots.
NOTE: Mark the RH and LH boots.
NOTE: Be careful not to damage the boot.
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9. Fig. 8: Loosening Boots Clamps
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5. REMOVE RH AND LH RACK ENDS AND CLAW WASHERS
a. Using a screwdriver and hammer, unstake the washer.
NOTE: Avoid any impact on the steering rack.
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10. Fig. 9: Unstaking Claw Washer
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b. Using a spanner, hold the steering rack steadily, and using SST, remove the rack end.
SST 09922-10010
c. Remove the washer from the rack end.
d. Perform the same manner described above to the other side.
NOTE: Mark the RH and LH rack ends.
NOTE: Use SST 09922-10010 in the direction shown in the illustration.
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12. Fig. 10: Removing Rock End
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6. REMOVE RACK GUIDE SPRING CAP LOCK NUT
Using SST, remove the lock nut.
SST 09922-10010
7. REMOVE RACK GUIDE SPRING CAP, RACK GUIDE SPRING AND RACK GUIDE SUB
ASSEMBLY
a. Using a hexagon wrench, remove the rack guide spring cap.
b. Remove the rack guide spring and rack guide sub-assembly.
NOTE: Use SST 09922-10010 in the direction shown in the illustration.
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13. Fig. 11: Removing Rack Guide Spring Cap Lock Nut
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8. REMOVE RACK HOUSING CAP
Using SST, remove the rack housing cap.
SST 09816-30010
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14. Fig. 12: Removing Rack Housing Cap
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9. REMOVE SELF-SOCKING NUT
Using SST, stop the control valve shaft rotation, and remove the nut.
SST 09616-0001 1
10. REMOVE DUST COVER
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15. Fig. 13: Removing Self - Locking Nut
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11. REMOVE CONTROL VALVE HOUSING WITH CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY
a. Place matchmarks on the control valve housing and rack housing.
b. Remove the 2 bolts and control valve housing with control valve assembly attached.
c. Remove the gasket from the rack housing.
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16. Fig. 14: Identifying Matchmarks
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12. REMOVE CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY
a. To prevent oil seal lip damage, wind vinyl tape around the serrated part of the valve shaft.
b. Press out the valve assembly with the oil seal.
13. REMOVE OIL SEAL
Remove the oil seal from the control valve assembly.
NOTE:  Place a shop rag between the valve housing and the blocks.
 Be careful not to drop the valve assembly.
 Be careful not to damage the oil seal lip.
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