Last Modified: 05-13-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM1000000028IY8
Model Year Start: 2023 Model: GR Corolla Prod Date Range: [11/2022 -           ]
Title: STEERING GEAR / LINKAGE: STEERING GEAR: INSTALLATION; 2023 - 2025 MY Corolla Corolla Hatchback Corolla HV GR Corolla [11/2022 -        ]

INSTALLATION

PROCEDURE

1. INSTALL TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Install the lock nut and tie rod end sub-assembly LH to the steering gear assembly until the matchmarks are aligned.

HINT:

After adjusting the toe-in, tighten the lock nut.

*a

Matchmark

2. INSTALL TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

3. INSTALL STEERING LINK ASSEMBLY (except G16E-GTS)

(a) Install the steering link assembly to the front suspension crossmember sub-assembly with the 2 bolts and 2 new nuts.

Torque:

133 N·m {1356 kgf·cm, 98 ft·lbf}

NOTICE:

  • Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Tighten the bolt with the nut secured.
  • Make sure to tighten the bolts starting from the left side of the vehicle.

4. INSTALL STEERING LINK ASSEMBLY (for G16E-GTS)

(a) Install the steering link assembly, No. 2 steering rack housing bracket and No. 1 steering rack housing bracket to the front suspension crossmember sub-assembly with the 4 bolts and 2 new nuts.

Torque:

Bolt (A) :

133 N·m {1356 kgf·cm, 98 ft·lbf}

Bolt (B) :

90 N·m {918 kgf·cm, 66 ft·lbf}

NOTICE:

  • Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Tighten the bolt with the nut secured.
  • Make sure to tighten the bolts starting from the left side of the vehicle.
  • Fully tighten the 2 bolts in the order of (A) and (B).

5. INSTALL NO. 1 STEERING COLUMN HOLE COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Align the protrusion of the steering link assembly with the hole of the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly, and install the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly to the steering link assembly.

HINT:

Check that the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly is securely installed.

6. INSTALL FRONT SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER SUB-ASSEMBLY

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7. CONNECT FRONT LOWER NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

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8. CONNECT FRONT LOWER NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

9. CONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Connect the tie rod end sub-assembly LH to the steering knuckle LH with the nut.

Torque:

49 N·m {500 kgf·cm, 36 ft·lbf}

NOTICE:

  • Do not damage the ball joint dust cover.
  • Further tighten the nut up to 60° if the holes for the cotter pin are not aligned.

(b) Install a new cotter pin.

10. CONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

11. CONNECT FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH

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12. CONNECT FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY RH

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

13. INSTALL REAR SIDE RAIL REINFORCEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

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14. INSTALL REAR SIDE RAIL REINFORCEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY RH (except G16E-GTS)

HINT:

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

15. INSTALL REAR SIDE RAIL REINFORCEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY RH (for G16E-GTS)

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16. INSTALL NO. 2 ENGINE UNDER COVER AIR GUIDE (for G16E-GTS with Engine Under Cover Air Guide)

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17. INSTALL WINDSHIELD WASHER JAR ASSEMBLY (for G16E-GTS with Engine Under Cover Air Guide)

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18. INSTALL INLET HOSE (for G16E-GTS with Engine Under Cover Air Guide)

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19. INSTALL FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY (for G16E-GTS with Engine Under Cover Air Guide)

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20. INSTALL FRONT FENDER LINER RH (for G16E-GTS with Engine Under Cover Air Guide)

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21. ADD WASHER FLUID (for G16E-GTS with Engine Under Cover Air Guide)

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22. INSTALL REAR ENGINE UNDER COVER LH (for G16E-GTS)

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23. INSTALL REAR ENGINE UNDER COVER LH (except G16E-GTS)

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24. INSTALL REAR ENGINE UNDER COVER RH

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25. INSTALL NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER ASSEMBLY

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26. CONNECT NO. 1 STEERING COLUMN HOLE COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Engage the clip (B) to the vehicle body.

(b) Engage the clip (A) to install the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly to the vehicle body.

NOTICE:

  • Be careful not to damage the lip of the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly.
  • Check that the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly is securely installed.
  • Check that the No. 1 steering column hole cover sub-assembly and vehicle body are in close contact with one another.

27. CONNECT NO. 2 STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY

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28. INSTALL COLUMN HOLE COVER SILENCER SHEET

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29. INSTALL FRONT WHEELS

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30. INSPECT AND ADJUST FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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31. PERFORM END POSITION INITIAL SETTING (for HV Model)

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32. PERFORM END POSITION INITIAL SETTING (for Gasoline Model)

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