Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
Important: Make sure the O-ring (1) is installed.
- Install the rear wheel position sensor (2) to the steering gear.
Important: Be careful to maintain the position of the replacement sensor.
- Remove the pin retaining the position of the new sensor and immediately install the sensor to the steering gear.NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
- Install the rear wheel position sensor retaining bolts. Apply LOCTITE 242 blue.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 4 N.m (35 lb in).
- Install the rear wheel position sensor cover (4).
- Connect the electrical connector (1).
- Install the steering gear protection shield (1) and retaining bolts (3).
Tighten
Tighten the steering gear protection shield retaining bolts to 180 N.m (132 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Perform a four wheel alignment. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITH REAR WHEEL STEERING) or MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITHOUT REAR WHEEL STEERING) .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.