2CarPros - Car Questions & Answers

2005 Toyota Tundra Repair Question


Topics covered: Steering, Ball joint, Rack and pinion.
Mileage: 70,000 miles.

Asked on October 28, 2012

Toyota Tundra Steering Problem

Is there an adjustment screw on gearbox or rack and pinion steering to adjust play.
Avatar Asked by grabiel jeff

Answer

Replied on October 28, 2012

Yes, the steering rack has a special adjusting allan key nut that has a lock nut to hold it in place at rear of pinion housing. Care must be taken not to overadjust. The rack seldom requires adjustment and if you have too much free play, it can mean bad linkages or ball joints.

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
39,932 answers provided