2005 Toyota Tundra Repair Question
Topics covered: Steering, Ball joint, Rack and pinion.
Mileage: 70,000 miles.
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.
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.