TOYOTA CAMRY 1999 Service Repair Manual

W03562Oil Seal SST Press
R11648
SST
R11659
Punch
± STEERINGPOWER STEERING GEAR
SR±45
2140 Author: Date:
9. INSTALL OIL SEAL
(a) Coat a new oil seal lip with power steering fluid.
(b) Using SST, press in the oil seal.
SST 09612±22011
NOTICE:
Make sure to install the oil seal facing the correct direction.
10. INSTALL CONTROL VALVE HOUSING WITH CON-
TROL VALVE ASSEMBLY
(a) Place a new gasket on the rack housing.
(b) Align the matchmarks on the valve housing and rack
housing.
(c) Torque the 2 bolts.
Torque: 18 N´m (185 kgf´cm, 13 ft´lbf)
11. INSTALL SELF±LOCKING NUT
Using SST to stop the control valve shaft rotating, torque a new
nut.
SST 09616±00010
Torque: 25 N´m (250 kgf´cm, 18 ft´lbf)
12. INSTALL DUST COVER
13. INSTALL RACK HOUSING CAP
(a) Apply sealant to 2 or 3 threads of the cap.
Sealant:
Part No.08833±00080, THREE BOND 1344,
LOCTITE 242 or equivalent
(b) Torque the cap.
Torque: 59 N´m (600 kgf´cm, 43 ft´lbf)
(c) Using a punch and hammer, stake the 2 parts of the cap.
14. INSTALL RACK GUIDE SEAT, RACK GUIDE, RACK
GUIDE SPRING AND RACK GUIDE SPRING CAP
(a) Install the seat to the guide.
(b) Apply sealant to 2 or 3 threads of the cap.
Sealant:
Part No.08833±00080, THREE BOND 1344,
LOCTITE 242 or equivalent
(c) Temporarily install the cap.

W03098
Rack Guide
Spring Cap
SST
W03099
12°
W03100
SST
W03101
Rack GuideSST
SST
Spring Cap SR±46
± STEERINGPOWER STEERING GEAR
2141 Author: Date:
15. ADJUST TOTAL PRELOAD
(a) To prevent the steering rack teeth from damaging the oil
seal lip, temporarily install the RH and LH rack ends.
(b) Using SST, torque the rack guide spring cap.
SST 09631±10021
Torque: 25 N´m (250 kgf´cm, 18 ft´lbf)
(c) Using SST, return the cap 12°.
SST 09631±10021
(d) Using SST, turn the control valve shaft right and left 1 or
2 times.
SST 09616±00010
(e) Using SST, loosen the cap until the rack guide spring is
not functioning.
SST 09631±10021
(f) Using SST and a torque wrench, tighten the cap until the
preload is within specification.
SST 09616±00010, 09631±10021
Preload (turning):
0.8 ± 1.4 N´m (8 ± 14 kgf´cm, 6.9 ± 12.2 in.´lbf)

W03102
SST SST Rack Guide
Spring Cap
Lock NutFulcrum
Length
R11667
Claw
R15545
Fulcrum Length
SST
R11668
Brass Bar
± STEERINGPOWER STEERING GEAR
SR±47
2142 Author: Date:
16. INSTALL RACK GUIDE SPRING CAP LOCK NUT
(a) Apply sealant to 2 or 3 threads of the nut.
Sealant:
Part No.08833±00080, THREE BOND 1344,
LOCTITE 242 or equivalent
(b) Using SST to hold the rack guide spring cap, and using
SST, torque the nut.
SST 09631±10021, 09922±10010
Torque: 50 N´m (513 kgf´cm, 37 ft´lbf)
NOTICE:
Use SST 09922±10010 in the direction shown in the illustra-
tion.
HINT:
Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 345 mm (13.58
in.).
(c) Recheck the total preload.
Preload (turning):
0.8 ± 1.4 N´m (8 ± 14 kgf´cm, 6.9 ± 12.2 in.´lbf)
(d) Remove the RH and LH rack ends.
17. INSTALL RH AND LH CLAW WASHERS AND RACK
ENDS
(a) Install a new claw washer, and temporarily install the rack
end.
HINT:
Align the claws of the washer with the steering rack grooves.
(b) Using a spanner (24 mm) to hold the steering rack steady,
and using SST, torque the rack end.
SST 09922±10010
Torque: 60 N´m (615 kgf´cm, 45 ft´lbf)
NOTICE:
Use SST 09922±10010 in the direction shown in the illustra-
tion.
HINT:
Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 345 mm (13.58
in.).
(c) Using a brass bar and hammer, stake the washer.
NOTICE:
Avoid any impact to the rack.

R11669
W04223
2 mm
(0.79 in.)
or less
SST
W04231
Fulcrum
LengthSST SR±48
± STEERINGPOWER STEERING GEAR
2143 Author: Date:
18. INSTALL RH AND LH RACK BOOTS, CLAMPS AND
CLIPS
(a) Ensure that the steering rack hole is not clogged with
grease.
HINT:
If the hole is clogged, the pressure inside the boot will change
after it is assembled and the steering wheel is turned.
(b) Install the boot.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to damage or twist the boot.
(c) Using SST, tighten the clamp as shown in the illustration.
SST 09521±24010
19. INSTALL RH AND LH TIE ROD ENDS AND LOCK NUTS
(a) Screw the lock nut and tie rod end onto the rack end until
the matchmarks are aligned.
(b) After adjusting toe±in, torque the nut.
(See page SA±4)
Torque: 74 N´m (750 kgf´cm, 54 ft´lbf)
20. INSTALL 2 TURN PRESSURE TUBES
(a) Coat 2 new O±rings with power steering fluid and install
them to the tube.
(b) Using SST, install the tube.
SST 09633±00020
Torque: 10 N´m (102 kgf´cm, 7 ft´lbf)
HINT:

Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 250 mm
(9.84 in.).

This torque value is effective in case that SST is parallel
to a torque wrench.

SR06Y±01
W04224
SST
Fulcrum
Length
± STEERINGPOWER STEERING GEAR
SR±49
2144 Author: Date:
INSTALLATION
1. INSTALL PS GEAR ASSEMBLY
(a) Install the gear assembly from the LH of the vehicle.
NOTICE:
Do not damage the turn pressure tubes.
(b) Torque the 2 gear assembly set bolts and nuts.
Torque: 181 N´m (1,850 kgf´cm, 134 ft´lbf)
HINT:
Lift up the stabilizer bar and install the bolts.
2. INSTALL NO.1 FUEL TUBE PROTECTOR
Install the 2 bolts and nut.
3. CONNECT STABILIZER BAR
Torque the 4 bolts.
Torque: 19 N´m (195 kgf´cm, 14 ft´lbf)
4. CONNECT PRESSURE FEED AND RETURN TUBES
Using SST, connect the tube.
SST 09631±22020
Torque: 32 N´m (326 kgf´cm, 24 ft´lbf)
HINT:

Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 300 mm
(11.81 in.).

This torque value is effective in case that SST is parallel
to a torque wrench.
5. CONNECT CLAMP PLATE
Torque the nut.
Torque: 10 N´m (100 kgf´cm, 7 ft´lbf)
6. CONNECT INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
(See page SR±16)
7. CONNECT RH AND LH TIE ROD ENDS
(See page SA±10)
8. POSITION FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT
AHEAD
HINT:
Do it with the front of the vehicle jacked up.
9. CENTER SPIRAL CABLE
(See page SR±16)
10. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL
(a) Install the wheel at straight±ahead position.
(b) Temporarily tighten the wheel set nut.
(c) Connect the connector.
11. BLEED POWER STEERING SYSTEM
(See page SR±4)
12. CHECK STEERING WHEEL CENTER POINT

SR±50
± STEERINGPOWER STEERING GEAR
2145 Author: Date:
13. TORQUE STEERING WHEEL SET NUT
Torque: 35 N´m (360 kgf´cm, 26 ft´lbf)
14. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL PAD
(See page SR±16)
15. CHECK FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT
(See page SA±4)

SA077±01
± SUSPENSION AND AXLETROUBLESHOOTING
SA±1
1952 Author: Date:
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the likely
cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.
SymptomSuspect AreaSee page
Wander/pulls
1. Tire (Worn or improperly inflated)
2. Wheel alignment (Incorrect)
3. Steering linkage (Loosen or worn)
4. Hub bearings (Worn)
5. Suspension parts (Worn)
6. Steering gear (Out of adjustment or broken)SA±2
SA±4
SA±7
±
SA±10
±
±
Bottoming
1. Vehicle (Overloaded)
2. Spring (Weak)
3. Shock absorber (Worn)±
SA±33
SA±56
SA±33
SA±56
Sways/pitches
1. Tire (Worn or improperly inflated)
2. Stabilizer bar (Bent or broken)
3. Shock absorber (Worn)SA±2
SA±47
SA±69
SA±33
SA±56
Front wheel shimmy
1. Tire (Worn or improperly inflated)
2. Wheels (Out of balance)
3. Shock absorber (Worn)
4. Wheel alignment (Incorrect)
5. Ball joints (Worn)
6. Hub bearings (Worn)
7. Steering linkage (Loosen or worn)
8. Steering gear (Out of adjustment or broken)SA±2
SA±2
SA±33
SA±56
SA±4
SA±7
SA±43
SA±10
±
±
Abnormal tire wear
1. Tire (Worn or improperly inflated)
2. Wheels (Out of balance)
3. Suspension parts (Worn)
4. Shock absorber (Worn)SA±2
SA±2
±
SA±33
SA±56

R03031
SA078±01
R15157
Front
R07928
SA±2
± SUSPENSION AND AXLETIRE AND WHEEL
1953 Author: Date:
TIRE AND WHEEL
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT TIRE
(a) Check the tires for wear and proper inflation pressure.
Cold inflation pressure:
Normal driving
Tire sizeFront, Rear
kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi)
P195/70R14 90S, 90H210 (2.1, 30)
P205/65R15 92H*1 220 (2.2, 32)
*2 200 (2.0, 29)
*1: For all loads including full rated loads
*
2: For reduced loads (1 to 4 passengers)
Trailer towing
Tire sizeFront, Rear
kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi)
P195/70R14 90S*1 210 (2.1, 30)
*2 240 (2.4, 36)
P205/65R15 92H*1 220 (2.2, 32)
*2 240 (2.4, 36)
*1: For driving under 160 km/h (100 mph)
*
2: For driving at 160 km/h (100 mph) or over
(b) Check the tire runout.
Tire runout: 1.0 mm (0.039 in.) or less
2. ROTATING TIRES
HINT:
See the illustration for where to rotate each tire.
3. INSPECT WHEEL BALANCE
(a) Check and adjust the Off±the±car balance.
(b) If necessary, check and adjust the On±the±car balance.
Imbalance after adjustment:
8.0 g (0.018 lb) or less

W03084
± SUSPENSION AND AXLETIRE AND WHEEL
SA±3
1954 Author: Date:
4. CHECK WHEEL BEARING LOOSENESS
(a) Check the backlash in the bearing shaft direction.
Maximum: 0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
(b) Check the axle hub deviation.
Maximum: 0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
5. CHECK FRONT SUSPENSION FOR LOOSENESS
6. CHECK STEERING LINKAGE FOR LOOSENESS
7. CHECK BALL JOINT FOR LOOSENESS
8. CHECK SHOCK ABSORBER WORKS PROPERLY

Check for oil leaks

Check mounting bushings for wear

Check front and rear of the vehicle for bounce

W03085
Front
R03030
Rear
SA079±01
Z03382
SA3213
AB
C D
Front SA±4
± SUSPENSION AND AXLEFRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT
1955 Author: Date:
FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT
INSPECTION
1. MEASURE VEHICLE HEIGHT
Tire sizeFront*1 mm (in.)Rear*2 mm (in.)
195/70R14212 (8.35)264 (10.39)
205/65R15215 (8.46)266 (10.49)
*1: Front measuring point
Measure from the ground to the center of the front side lower
suspension arm mounting bolt.
*
2: Rear measuring point
Measure from the ground to the center of the strut rod mounting
bolt.
NOTICE:
Before inspecting the wheel alignment, adjust the vehicle
height to the specification.
If the vehicle height is not within the specification, try to adjust
it by pushing down on or lifting the body.
2. INSTALL CAMBER±CASTER±KINGPIN GAUGE
ONTO VEHICLE OR POSITION VEHICLE ON WHEEL
ALIGNMENT TESTER
Follow the specific instructions of the equipment manufacturer.
3. INSPECT CAMBER, CASTER AND STEERING AXIS
INCLINATION
5S±FE1MZ±FE
Camber
Left±right error±0°36' ± 45'
(±0.6° ± 0.75°)
45' (0.75°) or less±0°37' ± 45'
(±0.62° ± 0.75°)
45' (0.75°) or less
Caster
Left±right error2°10' ± 45'
(2.17° ± 0.75°)
45' (0.75°) or less2°11' ± 45'
(2.18° ± 0.75°)
45' (0.75°) or less
Steering axis inclination
Left±right error13°01' ± 45'
(13.02° ± 0.75°)
45' (0.75°) or less13°04' ± 45'
(13.07° ± 0.75°)
45' (0.75°) or less
HINT:
If the caster and steering axis inclination are not within the spec-
ification, after the camber has correctly adjusted, recheck the
suspension parts for damaged and/or worn out parts.
4. INSPECT TOE±IN
Toe±in
(Total)A + B: 0° ± 12' (0° ± 0.2°)
C ± D: 0 ± 2 mm (0 ± 0.08 in.)
If the toe±in is not within the specification, adjust it at the rack
ends.