Rack Guide Removal/Installation

NOTE: During removal/installation, do not allow dust, dirt, or other foreign materials to enter the gearbox.

Loosen the locknut (A), then remove the rack guide screw (B), the spring (C), and the rack guide (D).

Fig 1: Identifying Locknut, Rack Guide Screw, Spring And Rack Guide
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Apply multipurpose grease to the sliding surface of the rack guide, and install it onto the gearbox housing.
Coat the new O-ring (E) with multipurpose grease, and carefully fit it on the rack guide screw groove.
Install the spring, the rack guide screw, and the locknut.
Adjust the rack guide screw (see RACK GUIDE ADJUSTMENT ). After adjusting, check that the rack moves smoothly by sliding the rack right and left.