Toyota / Lexus Rack And Pinion Replacement - Power Steering Fluid Leak?

[@AcuraAddicted]

Ok, this is the first time I'm hearing about this method of removal of a sway bar link when you don't spin the nut, but spin the spindle inside instead. This is a brilliant idea!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks. Spinning the link spindle with my power impact tool makes the removal go faster!

[@erikhighland5058]

One of the best videos I've seen on an auto repair! Thank you.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks!

[@davidkim4819]

Great video! Very well-edited with quiet, sped-up periods running through bolt tightening, etc, but slowing down to explain the more subtle parts. Perfect overview. Great tips from someone who clearly has a feel for the "body english" involved!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for your critique!

[@tkdboppa7177]

Best instructional video I’ve seen on this topic ! Very well made and thoughtfully put together ! Thanks !!

[@Fundaykidzz]

Yes sir great job great video - what’s your opinion on rebuilt rnp replacements ?

[@garyherington2595]

My next used car will be coming from another state. The amount of rust and frozen bolts on my 2005 Highlander was crazy. This video was extremely helpful. Thank you .

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks for sharing! One of the benefits of living down South. Less rust and frozen bolts!

[@brandonbockhahn7806]

Wow taping the steering wheel instead of using a seatbelt or a steering wheel lock to protect the clock spring that is a great idea! I had to comment after seeing this. It’s always the little things that matter the most. Great tip I am doing this job tomorrow and I will definitely use this tip on all future racks I do in the future.

[@hardlymovingpro]

I say improvise when you don't have the ideal tool.

[@jav419]

Thank you for this great, detailed dummy prove instructional video. I have a 2010 Lexus ES 350 and I was able to do this job on my own. Thanks to you I completed the install in 7 hours, maybe twice as long as anybody else but nevertheless completed by a novice. I felt so accomplished and proud of myself. Thank you

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks for sharing your repair experience and thumbs up you did it on your own using this video as a guide! 👍

[@TheAzmountaineer]

Thanks, great video! I'm getting ready to do my daughter's 2004 Camry. Very similar, but a bit less space in there vs. your Avalon. For those asking about rebuilding or replacing seals, I watched a guy do it in a video earlier today. He was experienced and it took him an hour to do it on the bench. Several steps looked very touchy, plus he had the special tools. Also, several commenters stated that the cost of the parts was almost as much as buying a rebuilt one from Cardone. I'm buying the rebuilt unit.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks for sharing! Your right. A lot of work involved in rebuilding these racks. Can't go wrong with a Cardone rebuild.

[@mycatisromeo]

Great video. I'm a DYI'er and with this video i have the confidence to take this project on. Thank you! Should save me about $700-1000 in labor. When things are going well for a mechanic, i can see how the job is almost zen like and relaxing.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Good luck!

[@andrewludwig5304]

Rarely do you find an instructional video of such quality. A+ Thank you!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks for your kind comment and critique. It's greatly appreciated!

[@thebordernow]

Really well done instructional video - really appreciated where you did the freeze frames and added the superimposed red arrows, etc. to point out and highlight specific nuts and bolts! Just finished watching another YT video where the camera was moving so much in a herky-jerky fashion that I was getting motion-sick. Plus that other guy never lingered and focused on any key steps or parts but just kept moving the camera from here to there. (In addition, he left out key steps like immobilizing the steering wheel in the centered dead-ahead orientation.) I am planning on hopefully just replacing the mounting bushings on my rack, but if I need to replace the whole rack, yours will be my go-to reference video. Thanks, man.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks for sharing your critique on the video! Do appreciate it!

[@mbarry37]

I have to do this job on my car next weekend. Thanks very much for putting this together. Makes it so much easier to see it done, as well as what tools you used.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad it helped and let us know how it worked out!

[@AhhBhris]

How did the job go was it easy?

[@mbarry37]

Thanks for checking back with me. Yes, the repair went smoothly. I appreciate the tips in your video about replacing the o rings on the hoses from the power steering pump. Mine were definitely at the end of their life. I saved a lot of money doing the repair myself. It's not an easy repair on this car, but your video gave me confidence that I could do it. Thanks again for taking the time to create this content and share it with everyone on KZbin. @@AhhBhris

[@staciec6088]

Best instructional video I've ever seen👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks!

[@somtochukwunwangwu6776]

Am getting charged a thousand dollars plus to get mine replaced(2009 Toyota Avalon limited) This video was really helpful. Will have to change mine myself

[@hardlymovingpro]

Yup ... the repair shops are charging ridiculous big bucks to replace them.

[@tikiman48]

My avalon's steering rack has about 3/4" of play side to side. Getting ready to replace it next weekend. Thanks for the video, very clear instructions.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Let us know how it turned out!

[@tikiman48]

​@@hardlymovingpro finally getting to it now. My car was from the north east, so it's been a hell of a job with all the rust so far.

[@tikiman48]

ended up having to remove the feed and return line after removing the rack since the nut rusted to the line. with some heat and pb blaster i got it loose. once again, thanks for the vid, very helpful

[@williamhampton390]

You are amazing. Best mechanic skills best photography skills best organizational skills these videos are super.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks for your support and critique!

[@Deep_Divers]

Fantastic job on this video. I don't think I would have thought to tape the steering wheel. Great tip!

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@kevinmaxwell6610]

My 06 Avalon uses ATF for power steering fluid. The fluid you drained looks like power steering fluid or brake fluid. Thanks for making this video I am ready to change my rack now👍

[@hardlymovingpro]

Power steering fluid is clear and comes that way from the factory. ATF is red, same as ps fluid but with additives for a transmission.

[@kurts8236]

@@hardlymovingpro So what kind of power steering fluid did you put in?

[@terryzak1742]

I think the most difficult part of this job is getting the mounting fasteners loose on the drivers-side. My wife's Solara had a slight leak from the boot, so I figured I'd replace the rack. No matter what I did, I couldn't get that bolt loose on the drivers side. Even purchased a 4-foot breaker bar, but the problem you run into is that there's simply no room to turn it!! Being as OCD as I am, I cringed a little bit when I saw the second box-end wrench engage the open-end of the first wrench. But, you were able to get the fastener loose, and I wasn't! I added some seal conditioner and changed the boots on both sides. Fortunately after 2-years, I haven't had an issues. But for anyone trying to do this themselves, I'd suggest getting that mounting bolt from the drivers-side loose. Once you pass that step, you should be able to finish. Thank You for another outstanding video!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Hey Terry ... long time, no comments! Was thinking about you. I figured this video would solicit a comment! If you get yourself in a situation with a really tough nut, use heat from a propane torch. It'll help relieve the thread tension between the nut and bolt. I do it all the time with exhaust components since heat has a way of making metal hard and brittle.

[@hardlymovingpro]

FYI - This is what the pros and I use for tight spots that need a lot of torque. Should take care of your driver's side nut. The ratchet heads are indexed and have a reverse direction tab: amzn.to/2UcCLG0

[@terryzak1742]

Good Point! I don't think I applied heat to it!

[@terryzak1742]

I purchased similar one's, but thought that flex-head would snap right off. Will give it a try next time. Thank you! www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008FXN0VK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@hardlymovingpro]

@@terryzak1742 Looks similar to the Mountains but more expensive?

[@gts5930]

Excellent video! Good thing you fixed that alignment shop screw-up.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Yes, thanks!

[@kyleknebel6409]

My alignment shop did the same thing to my R's boot! Thank you for pointing that out. Great video!

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@Tom-gr9ii]

This type of job requires a lot of experiences. Always enjoy your videos.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks 👍

[@Tain950]

Thanks for this video. I noticed there was oil in the inner Tie rod Boot so I’m going to install a new Rack and pinion. This video definitely gave me the courage to try it on my own. I’ll will post an update comment once I’m done with the job 🙏

[@hardlymovingpro]

Good for you and keep us posted!

[@jonathanc8513]

i like the fact that you show what you do to take it off, video for my model they show before and after and now there is not enough room to take it out myself, too close to transmission.. infiniti g37xs awd '09

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ify.a7437]

You sure got the experience and the skill.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks!

[@aggrex]

Great diy video with super clear instructions. Timing is perfect as my Avalon is leaving stains on the street LOL. The discussion on PS fluid versus ATF is interesting

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks for your post and support!

[@hayksamvelyan]

Wow you did an excellent job documenting this whole job. You gave me confidence to tackle it myself. Do you recall the make of the steering rack you used?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks ... the make was Cardone.

[@CadillacticBean]

Did you ever get around to doing it?

[@DIYDaveOK]

This looks exactly like the rack in our 08 Sienna that I had to replace for the exact same reason - chronic fluid leaks. Toyota had a recall on these up to 2007, but they had this problem well beyond then.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Substandard seals IMHO.

[@cezaryrenoir2456]

Great tutorial , hope you are fine. Greatings from Poland

[@hardlymovingpro]

Hey, thanks!

[@each1teachonetruth]

Great video for my first steering rack replacement... But I didn't center the rack..had to tear back into it. thought the new unit would be centered from the company... but it wasnt

[@hardlymovingpro]

At Least you eventually got the job done.

[@judetoyota9099]

How do i center mine.i think i messed up there

[@each1teachonetruth]

@@judetoyota9099 there are a couple vids here on KZbin you can check out. Basically you unmount the tie rods..get in the car turn the wheel all the way to one side and then the other and count how many revolutions the wheel turns then figure out the middle and turn the wheel that many times. Example. If you're all the way to the right and you turn it 12 times to get all the way left,you then turn it 6 times to get it in the middle which would be close to centered. The alignment shop will fine tune it from there.

[@judetoyota9099]

@each1teachonetruth thanks.i will do that thanks alot.👍

[@perrysouvana2049]

The best, short and sweet VDO ever. Keep up the good work. Sense of humor of baby born is the stress relief. Your accent is might be Vietnamese or Chinese may be Cambodian? Just joking, excellent work overall.

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@each1teachonetruth]

Great video. The model for what all diy videos should be like

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks! Glad you liked it!

[@Nomoreendlesswars]

Thanks for all your videos on the Toyotas I use them to work on my 2002 es300

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad to help!

[@thomasrayborn3177]

Very clear and helpful video! Thanks! I have a 2007 Avalon with a leaky rack & pinion.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad it helped you out!

[@jvelazque005]

What was the issue? Mine is also leaking right now is it the rack and pinion?

[@Jetsonn]

Just discovered this as well on my recently purchased ‘08 when replacing front struts 🥲

[@JohnResciniti]

Great camera work! Great tutorial! Thank you so much!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mrogers70]

This was a great video by the way and will be very helpful in replacing my 2004 RX330 rack.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Paul7596]

I used this video and I was successful! Thanks so much!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Fantastic!

[@anthonyheak3479]

Great step by step explanation, thank you!

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@mrogers70]

My son's car had a small leak and he was adding regular power steering fluid and within two month the leak got really bad and now needs replaced. After discussing with several different people, I found out that the seals require dextron III and preferably IV to keep them from degrading and leaking. The synthetic fluid breaks down the seals.

[@hardlymovingpro]

First time I've heard of syn fluids braking down seals.

[@vilasjadhav1794]

Thanks for detail REMOVE Rack, I do that job last month with my FORD FIESTA Replace bushes pinion, & both rack end thanks again.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad to help!

[@asphyd12]

Hi Guys, need some help from all of you. I had replaced my Steering rack recently. Steps taken before installing it : 1) Removed the dust cover of the Rack shaft and centered the rack by turning the shaft to extreme left till lock and counting the number of turns to extreme right which was around 2.85. Hence turned back halfway approximately till about 1.42 and fixed the rack in that position into the subframe. 2)Before connecting the tie rods to the wheel knuckles, made sure that the wheels are straight ahead and equal number of visible threads were left on both the tie rods before connecting to the wheels, which would later be adjusted through wheel alignment. 3)All this while, the steering wheel is centered and locked to avoid damage to the clock spring. 4)Now the centered Rack is connected to the wheels through the tie rods and the steering wheel through the u joint. 5)Wheel alignment was performed and the result is Steering wheel was centering itself at 11’o’clock position on returnability. Thus, pulling the wheels along with the steering towards left and straight line tracking has become uncontrollable. 6)At this point, the turning radius from center to left lock is about an inch more than from the center to right lock. I opened the horn compartment on the steering to check if factory markings of the column were aligned with that of the steering wheel. Result being, they were absolutely aligned. 7)Then I moved the steering wheel one spline right. The result being, now I have equal turning radius from center to left and right lock. 8)Then, I again performed a wheel alignment with the steering wheel held in place straight ahead. 9)The result being, the steering wheel still is off- centre towards left at about 10° and still centers/returns at 11’o’clock position. Even if passed on a bump, the steering moves back to 11 ‘o’ clock.Car goes straight if steering held, between 11 & 12 o clock position. If steering is left loose, it again pulls to left and centers at 11 o clock. Hence, pulling the entire car towards left. Now I suspect this. Please correct me​ 1) Steering Rack is still slightly off centre towards left like about 10° ? (OR) WHAT COULD IT BE ?

[@hardlymovingpro]

I'm going to assume that you brought your car to an auto repair shop with an alignment machine. Your problem is similar to what I encountered with a alignment shop. When the car is on the alignment platform, the tech will first center the steering wheel. He then checks the number of degrees each wheel is off and then turns the inner tie rod to center each wheel. If one wheel if off too much, he has to offset the difference in the number of turns with the tie rod on the other wheel. If he doesn't do that, then one side of the car will have its turn radius reduced while the other side will be increased causing a left to right turn radius imbalance. In other words, the outer tie rod on one side has too many turns when compared to the other side's outer tie rod. Both outer tie rods should be within 1 to 1.5 turns of each other.

[@asphyd12]

@@hardlymovingpro The problem doesn’t seem to be with Alignment. I have tried wheel alignment in 4-5 different shops with the Steering Wheel locked in straight position. The values also look good . The problem is, no matter what, the steering wheel wants to center/return at 11’o’clock position if steering is left free. Tie rod visible threads are almost equal. Turning radius of steering on both sides is equal.

[@roleman13]

@@asphyd12 i have the same issue, did you ever figure it out?

[@CHB_98]

@@asphyd12did you centre your new rack before installing it ? that’s your issue

[@ranjah007]

Great video. Thanks for sharing. Going to tackle this job later this week. The only thing I see in the video is that it appears the sway bar bushing bracket was removed. I didn’t see that step but it definitely looks like it. Do you have to remove the sway bar bushing bracket. Seems like very little clearance to get those bolts out.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks! I detached the stabilizer bar link; not the bar bushing.

[@tedwu9354]

Definitely the sway bar bushings bracket needs to be removed. And it's not showing in this video.

[@oledlg]

I have 2003 Camry V6, I believed high pressure transfer tube(s) burst out due to road salt in Canada north. Do I need to take whole rack out to change transfer tube line or can be changed under the car? I am afraid all bolts /pipe nuts are rusted and impossible to remove whole rack assembly. BTW, great video... Thanks

[@hardlymovingpro]

If you're referring to the tubes connected to the steering rack, you can possibly fix it by cutting out a few inches of the leaking tube and replace it with a new line connected with compression fittings. Take the cut out tube to an auto retailer like AdvanceAuto and they'll help you with a matching diameter tube with the right size compression fittings.

[@oledlg]

@@hardlymovingpro There are 2 transfer tubes for left and right side and both on the rack assembly. Likely I have to replace whole tubing due to rusting condition. Thanks for your suggestion

[@hardlymovingpro]

I do believe they sell replacement tubes. Try rockauto.com.

[@appleplazma]

The way you removed and reinstalled all the connections/components clearly shows you have long experience doing mechanics stuff. I have never replaced a thing under the hood before but am embracing myself to replace a rack & pinion of my 2011 Toyota Camry SE model. Would this process be the same or Avalons and Camrys have different architecture around that rack? Thank you very much.

[@hardlymovingpro]

The architectural difference may only be in the power steering oil line connection points. The rest is the same with respect to the rack being mounted in the subframe.

[@appleplazma]

@@hardlymovingpro Ok great, thank you! Will try it over the weekend.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Have fun and good luck!

[@nancy4don]

Great! Best video of this kind I've seen!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@propabilityfpv303]

Great video great editing 👍

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks for your comment and glad you liked it! My video editing partner put a lot of work into this video.

[@nathanbates5580]

This was so helpful! Thank you so much!!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jfk1930]

Great video. Thank you. Is this the exact same procedure as on a 2006 Solara XLE. V6? We need to replace it on my sons car. Thanks again.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Can't say but should be very close. Toyota designs are very consistent.

[@tonycan462]

I need expert opinion.. If my steering wheel gets stucked when turning to the left but aligns property when turning to the right - is that a rack and pinion issue? Btw, great video.. very helpful. Thank you!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Could be worn lower control arm bushings.

[@VENUEATHENS]

Any seals or copper washers to the supply lines that need to be reassembled with new ones? Also is theeadlock optional to some of the fasteners suck as the bolt to the steering spindle, mounting brackets etc.. It's difficult to tell how tight the supply line bolts need to be compared to the mounting bracket bolts just based off feel for those that aren't very experienced with the feel of bolt tightness.. Thanks much great video 👍

[@hardlymovingpro]

The p/s fluid supply and return lines to the rack is connected with flare nuts where the metal hose end has a rubber o ring. In the video I show the replacement of the two o rings which came with the new rack.

[@VENUEATHENS]

@@hardlymovingpro thank you, good to know thr streerimg rack comes with replacement rings.. in regards to torquing fastenrs to spec, how would you recommend to go about it because it doesn't seem like a torque wrench can fit in those tight spots

[@hardlymovingpro]

Yup ... no room for a torque wrench. Make it as tight as you can with a flare nut wrench or adapter.

[@Alycanj]

NO shocker with the shitty alignment shop work, another great video, you know your stuff.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks!

[@hope801]

Thank you I appreciate your time in making this video.

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@darksolara6750]

Just fantastic as always.👍💪🏻

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks!

[@Dnasty1]

Great vid. I'm having trouble diagnosing a tiny air leak in my power steering system. I just changed the pump and it is making a lot of noise even though there are no more bubbles in the system. Could a rack that is on its way out cause the steering pump to whine and make it impossible to bleed fully? I tried going full lock with my wheels and whenever i go full lock left i hear a squish or suction noise... not sure if this is normal or if that is air going through the seal on the left. There is no noticeable fluid loss as i've never had to top up fluid and there are no more bubbles present in the reservoir. Also I don't know how anyone at an alignment shop could do something that silly but was curious if you could remove the rack without taking off the outer tie rods by unclipping hte accordian boot and spinning off the inner tie rod?

[@hardlymovingpro]

I think the quality of the replacement pump may be your problem.

[@Dnasty1]

@@hardlymovingpro I thought so as well but I actually tried two Chinese pumps and had similar issue. I know Chinese is not ideal but my only options for this car are literally a “new” Chinese one or a remanufactured Mercedes’. Could it be that I introduced a new pump into a situation where there was already a small leak and it is working better but causing the noise to be prominent? Every pump I’ve tried has been louder than the original 120k I pulled out.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Go to rockauto.com to get your hands on some quality rebuilds.

[@Dnasty1]

@@hardlymovingpro thanks I always forget about this site and they seem to have everything. But is it really likely that I had 3 bad pumps in a row? Or should I look elsewhere for cause of power steering pump whine? I think a seal in the rack may be going bad but would that not effect power steering whine?

[@p.t.m]

I’m about to try my first real repair, rack and pinion as well as front lower control arms on an 03 Avalon. Will removing the lower control arms and ball joints make it easier for the removal and installation of the rack and pinion? Should I try both of these at once or am I getting myself in way too deep.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Don't think removing the control arm and ball joint will make.that much difference. They're both independent jobs so doing together won't save any time and effort ... EMHO. Good luck with the repair!

[@cesarghost1203]

Instead of replacing it with a cardone unit. Is it better to replace it with a low mileage original unit?

[@hardlymovingpro]

If you can find a original low mileage unit at a good price. I believe cardone does not make new units; that is, they rebuild from original units and replace the worn oil seals.

[@AlexHernandez-ml7we]

Wow, you make it seem so easy, Thank you!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks! Took me around 3 hrs

[@stashi08]

Seems no one noticed you fit the outer tie rods wrong. Curved side should always turn towards the axle. Look how they were when you pulled them off and then check how you set them when you replaced them.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Mark-jd1jx]

Great video i got a question though. I have a 2010 toyota sienna power sliding door latch actuator seems to have no power i have tested the actuator it spins and moves things on the lock but does not seem to move the latches. I have checked wires, fuses, and grounds any idea on what it could be? The right side door works perfectly there is a multiplex module tried changing that but didn't work.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Could be a jam up inside the cable reel assembly. Only way to know is the detach the cable reel off the motor and open it up. Sorry ... but easier said than done.

[@jhacassj1]

I like you videos I have a toyota avalon limited 2006 and some one cut of the hose the one you removed if you see u video you removed that is in between the air filter box and the engine and click on the socket that has a orange tag on the side I'm trying to find out what is the name.of that whose because is electrical thank you

[@hardlymovingpro]

Power steering pump reservoir to pump supply hose.

[@condor5635]

Anything special about the oring at 13:55 or does a harbor freight oring kit have ones that will work? I guess it is a standard sized o ring?! Thanks

[@hardlymovingpro]

New o ring came with the new rack.

[@pwdoc442]

Great video, getting ready to tackle My 2005 rx 330 so I'm assuming similar..Thank you for spending your time to make.. you get a double thumbs up and hope you get more views.. How many hours did it take you?..

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks! Slightly over 3 hours.

[@Mr-Clark]

How long did the entire job take you? My wife's RX 330 has the same problem and I'm not looking forward to do the job. The car has over 210K miles. It also has a broken cv boot that clicks a little. Not to mention the control arm also looks like it needs replacement. And... the valve covers are leaking oil. I'm sure if I took that to the shop all the repairs will be more than what the car is worth. But the power steering has been leaking like crazy. I'm at a point where I just want to sell the car dirt cheap just to get rid of it.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Took me around 3 hours. Everything you mentioned on your RX330 isn't unusual and fixable if you're willing to put in the time to address each repair item.

[@BlinkDavis768]

Would this process be very similar to a 2008 Lexus RX350? I thought just a boot needed replaced, but my shop is telling me I should replace (not re-build/re-seal) the R&P.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Yes. The replacement process would be very similar with any Toyota made FWD vehicle.

[@BlinkDavis768]

@@hardlymovingpro Thanks! Any differences if mine is AWD?

[@BlinkDavis768]

How important is it to replace the other PS system parts to prevent particulates damaging the new R&P? Is adding and topping off fluid to the reservoir good enough to where I don’t have to buy a bleeder kit? What are your thoughts on installing an inline filter?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Shouldn't be.

[@hardlymovingpro]

No need to replace PS system parts. Here's a video where you can flush out the old fluid and add a ps conditioner: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6PWXqx3prRslZY

[@greatdane3343]

Great video 👍🏼 Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@mohammedgiravi3675]

Beautiful video Good job

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@condor5635]

Most excellent video! Thanks! What is that foil around the hose at 12:59? I have noticed that on mine too? It has a zip tie. What purpose does that serve? Thanks!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks! The foil is a heat shield. The rack components are close to the exhaust manifold.

[@condor5635]

@@hardlymovingpro - Makes total sense it just looks a little cheesy to be original equipment. I know I have the same kind of thing. But yeah I guess that’s what it is thanks

[@hardlymovingpro]

@@condor5635 You bet!

[@unebonnevie]

ThANK YOU for this video!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad it was helpful!

[@olenaerhardt7725]

I'm changing Inner Tie Rods and when I removed the boot on the driver side there was a lot of liquid. I think it was power steering fluid. The passenger side didn't have anything of that kind, or it was some but not that much that it would leak out of the boot. There were no leaks observed before (until I removed that driver side boot). Does it mean that there is a leak in the rack, and I need to replace it? Also sometimes you can read statements, that when you replace the Inner TR, some precautions should be taken not to damage the rack and pinion. But everyone on youtube just replace it without those precautions. Maybe it is only for certain cars? Can you give your opinion on this matter? Thank you for the good film.

[@hardlymovingpro]

You are correct. Seal in the rack is worn and leaking ps fluid into the inner tie rod boot.

[@olenaerhardt7725]

@@hardlymovingpro Thank you for so quick replay. Pls could you tell if I can replace that seal without removing the rack? (2003 Chevrolet Cavalier) And I'm thinking maybe that warning I've heard was exactly about those seals: when I replaced the Inner TR on the passenger car, I broke the seal on the driver side due to torquing. Not sure, but it looks to me now that in that comment about precautions, it was said smth about possibility to damage the seal. Though see I replaced both Inner TRs on another car (2001 Saturn SL2) and didn't acounter any problems. And can't remember what it was said in the comment what should be done not to damage the rack, when you replace the Inner TRs.

[@cryptorider3843]

Great job explaining!!!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad it was helpful!

[@abdalqadr1]

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[@adamk8220]

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[@abdalqadr1]

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[@ifeanyinwamuo5560]

Well detailed Instructional Video- Thanks Buddy! And Pls what is the name the Toyota? Looks like a V-6 engine Venza?

[@hardlymovingpro]

2008 Avalon.

[@ifeanyinwamuo5560]

@@hardlymovingpro - kk Awesome. i have a Toyota Venza 2009 that has a play on the front end of the drivers wheel whenever i hit a bump. So i took it in a TOYOTA DEALERSHIP after the diagnoses, they said i will need a new rack-replacement. Buh now, my quest is could it be the rack BUSHING problem as i saw a clip saying it could be BUSHING issue- stating that proper inspection has to be done-well before replacing the whole rack-Unit. what do you think? Pls i need accurate advice on what to do first to avoid money waste!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Free play with the rack, from what I've experienced, is usually due to a worn inner or outer tie rod. I'd get a 2nd opinion if I were you.

[@ifeanyinwamuo5560]

@@hardlymovingpro _Second Opinion how sorry?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Like seeing another doctor if told something unexpected.

[@zakcortez4160]

Question. Should I worry about alignment after replacing it?? Great work btw

[@hardlymovingpro]

Absolutely. Must get a realignment

[@GreasyBaconMan]

That was stated in the video via subs-titles.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Most don't read the video description details

[@lindysanchez3323]

They are charging me 1,500 to change my rack is it worth it ?

[@yungflyandflashy12]

Great vid! What about an aggressive whine or grind on LS430?

[@hardlymovingpro]

That's your pump. Check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6PWXqx3prRslZY

[@yungflyandflashy12]

@@hardlymovingpro ok I’ll try that before changing the pump thanks!

[@hardlymovingpro]

@@yungflyandflashy12 Good luck!

[@NeverEnoughPyro40]

It’s actually not the vibration from the hammer that frees the tire rod end, It is the sudden shock that forces it out because it’s tapered! A better tool to use would be a dead blow hammer, That way the hammer is not bouncing all around!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Not too difficult to free up the outer tie rod end with any hammer. Lower control arm attached ball joints are another matter. I'll see if a dead blow hammer makes much difference. For me, what works best is a high mass heavy hammer.

[@JS-xr9ri]

Is it possible to replace the seals in the steering rack and pinion rather than the whole thing?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Yes but that involves a lot of work.

[@ronnocd]

Great video. Thanks for all the links also. Do you have a video for replacing the 2006 Toyota Avalon Power Steering Pump also? My Tire place says I need both R&P and PS Pump (haven't had my mechanic verify yet, but contemplating doing this job myself). BTW: I damaged this plus outer tie rods when I hit a Pothole (ditch) with both wheels.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Haven't yet done a p/s pump video. Very rare to have both the r&p and p/s pump both go at the same time. Could be a high pressure hose leak accumulating oil at the pump; or the firewall side camshaft seal is leaking onto the p/s pump. I'd definitely get a second opinion. How's the fluid level in the p/s reservoir? Hitting pot holes may not necessary damage the r&p but rather the inner tie rod. If there's no fluid leak in the tie rod boot, I'd just replace both the inner and outer tie rods.

[@ronnocd]

@@hardlymovingpro Thanks for the quick reply. I hit the ditch back in march and have been regularly needing to top-up the PS Fluid (even before March). I just got their quote for Drive Belt, R&P, PS Pump, and Outer Tie Rods... $1503. I'll check the Tie Rod Boots, but I think they said they were torn.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Power wash the area out, let it dry and then figure out exactly the source of the leak. The supply and returns lines to the p/s reservoir on older Toyota's are a major leak source. I usually place a screw type hose clamp in front of the existing spring clamps.

[@NikkFlo]

@@hardlymovingpro i just replace the ps and r&p on my 97 Corolla and still have no power steering. No signs of leaks on hoses either. I am lost. Only thing is maybe reman pump is bad as well. If you have any advice I’d truly appreciate it.

[@joshuagovender2918]

Is it really worth changing the seals or would it be better to get a whole new steering rack... im currently having issues with my and it leaking.. so some advice will really help

[@hardlymovingpro]

Yes...recommend replacing the steering rack.

[@khoayeuha]

I just replaced both boots just 2 years ago. Now the right side ripped again. Is this a sign of failure to come. Or just bad luck of crappy rubber boot part ? Power steering fluid is normal

[@hardlymovingpro]

Could just be a crappy boot. It's a low tech part.

[@narachan291]

Thank you that show it. can you show it again

[@backlineguy]

excellent video! Thanks!

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow]

Awesome vid! Thanks!

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@luckysprites]

Can you put an '05 Tacoma rack and pinion in an '03 Matrix? The only Matrix racks I've found are remanufactured and I'd rather get a new one.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Can't say.

[@bobfugazy4916]

Nice work. I'm wish you were my mechanic.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks!

[@positivedeltaq4459]

What brand of rack and pinion do you recommend? New or reman?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Cardone

[@johnbaptist7476]

Hello again 🙏 Where is the place you order the R & P you know . or can I order it from amazon. Thanks for your response 👌🙏

[@hardlymovingpro]

rockauto

[@Seavoyager45]

Replacing the Rack and pinion on my 98 toyota Corolla and wondering what type of power steering fluid you recommend?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Any Dextron III or better ATF fluid will work.

[@farnazrezaei682]

I have a 2010 Lexus ES350. My car started making a humming noise when I would take turns. I showed my car to a mechanic friend and he said the problem is the power steering pump. Couple months later, I took my car to change the pump. After changing it, the wheel has become stiff ( very difficult to turn) and I was told that because i have waited too long to change the power steering pump, I have also damaged the rack and pinion and needs replacement. What do you advise and if it’s the rack and pinion, will this video apply to my car as well? Thank you!

[@hardlymovingpro]

I believe the replacement pump has lost it's pumping pressure and the repair shop doesn't want to make good in replacing the defective pump at their expense. Their solution is to upsell you into a new rack at your expense and their profit. IMHO. Also, get a 2nd opinion.

[@farnazrezaei682]

⁠@@hardlymovingproThe thing is that I initially purchased a pump from Oriely’s and had him change it. The steering wheel got stiff. He told me to get a pump from Lexus dealership and had him change it again. The problem still persisted. That’s when he told me the problem is from the rack and pinion if changing the pump didn’t fix the problem. A few days later, he called me and he said to return the part from the Lexus and get one from Oriely’s again. My guess is that he realized he made a mistake in installing the part (air system pressure, or the fluid) and he wants to try and fix it again with the cheaper part. Because the pump cannot be faulty from two different places. Or the rack and pinion was the original issue with the car. But I also highly doubt the issue is with the rack. I have feeling that it could be with the air system or the fluid. What’s your opinion on that. Thank you for replying to my message btw!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Can't advise. Hard steering, from my experience, are caused by inadequate pressure from the ps pump. Never had to replace a rack due to hard steering; rather ps fluid leakage from the rack seals.

[@farnazrezaei682]

Thank you!

[@JUST2NOICE]

Great video I give you that but you put the putter tie rods in the wrong places the curve goes inside not out for wheel clearance

[@hardlymovingpro]

Nope. Curve goes out.

[@razvanionel3039]

Does it not have a power steering oil filter?? It is full of iron filings.

[@hardlymovingpro]

No Filter. Recommend you blow out the lines with compressed air and a solvent like break clean.

[@benladinalim2549]

Boss may oil seal kayo availble dyan

[@496fern]

Thsi is great video, thanks for sharing

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks!

[@oldmajor338]

Thank you so much for this video!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nairblooc]

Question: Do you remember what size O-Ring gaskets were used on the upper and lower lines? @14:05

[@hardlymovingpro]

Sorry I don't but the new rack should come with new o rings.

[@nairblooc]

@@hardlymovingpro Fair enough. Thanks for the reply! great video. i'll be tackling the job mainly thanks to your video. very well done.

[@mdashiqurrahman39]

My 2006 Avalon got some issue with steering wheel and I took it to a car mechanic. He told me my steering wheel grar box need to be replaced if I want perfect steering wheel and he also said it's not that bad I can keep it that way no issues because he said it would be $1050 including parts and labour. Is it the same thing that you did? I don't think I can do it by myself because it looks complicated for me. I had changed fuel filter and spark plugs by myself by watching KZbin videos but anything under keen the hood looks complicated

[@hardlymovingpro]

Gear box? There's no gear box on a Avalon. There's a direct link from the steering wheel shaft to the rack and pinion unit with a couple of U joints in the shaft. That's it. Suggest you shop around for another shop / mechanic. Loose steering on Toyota passenger cars are usually from worn tie rods and/or worn lower control arm bushings.

[@mdashiqurrahman39]

My steering wheel turns left right but lil bit amount of turn has no effect on wheels. And sometimes when I make tight left turn my power steering drag my steering to the opposite direction which is annoying and right turn does The same but lil less

[@hardlymovingpro]

@@mdashiqurrahman39 As I stated before, tie rods or control arm bushings.

[@edisonvanasse3647]

Does the power steering rack still function? I have the same issue on my car and I don't see why I need to replace the whole entire rack I'm planning on taking it apart and replacing the seals inside. I'd rather some extra work then all that money. think this will work?

[@hardlymovingpro]

I was thinking about doing that but the time effort involved and need for specialty tools and instructions convinced me not to do it.

[@nancy4don]

How can you tell if the new rack is "centered?" I mean that if you have the steering in your car centered, the new rack will extend the same amount in each direction.

[@hardlymovingpro]

To be certain, using a pair of vice grips, turn the steering shaft completely clockwise. Then count the number of turns to go counter clockwise. Divide the number of turns by 2 and that's the number of clockwise turns to equalize the length of both inner tie rods.

[@nancy4don]

@@hardlymovingpro thank you!

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@TechGorilla1987]

I'd like to ask you if you have experience replacing a power steering pump in a 2008 RX350? If so, how close are to to the central PA area. You're sounding like Philly/Jersey to me. I've got the classic whine of using the wrong power steering fluid, but I drained, refilled and cycled in some synthetic ATF when I first got it. I've 219K on the clock. I get drips on the driveway, bit it's ever so slight.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Try this procedure before considering replacing the pump: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6PWXqx3prRslZY

[@TechGorilla1987]

@@hardlymovingpro I watched it and it sounds like exactly what I need to do. So, radiator, brake bleed, rotate tires, power steering flush. In that order. Thank you for your reply!

[@Walter-ol6gd]

great video !!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks for the visit!

[@TheLonerStoner]

Can you also just measure the tie rods from center to end??

[@hardlymovingpro]

Unfortunately not precise enough. May be off a couple of degrees when measured on a alignment machine.

[@timbo4478]

How did you put that lower hose bracket on seems a little complex

[@hardlymovingpro]

Just a upper and lower bracket to sandwich the two lines with one bolt.

[@timbo4478]

@@hardlymovingpro ok do both of them hoses needs o rings or just the one with the smaller flare nut

[@hardlymovingpro]

I think just one