Eric. I have been watching your videos for years. I watch because you have a special way you do stuff. I don’t do my own repairs any more but have done enough to realize and appreciate your patience!! I keep coming back and appreciate your dedication to the craft! Great video production! Hang in there and keep inspiring all of us to persevere and be positive. Thanks for the example.

My 2013 4Runner is having the rack replaced today. Nice to see how it is all done. Mine is under warranty.

Just replaced the rack on my 2007 GX470 (same underpinnings as 4runner v8). What I learned is that if you remove the passenger's side tie rod as shown in many videos AND remove the return hose nipple that screws into the pinion valve body with a 17mm wrench, you can slide the rack out without removing the oil filter housing. Still need to drop the sway bar but that is super easy. Saved me $$$ and potentially new leaky oil problems.

@pigbelly100

Жыл бұрын

You didn’t happen to have a weird clunking with your old rack, did you?

Thanks for your patience in filming these videos!! Truly enjoy learning how to do my own work instead of shelling out money to someone else. Chalk another repair to self sustainability!

Hats off to you Eric for taking the time to shoot and edit the entire process. I don't think I've ever seen more thorough car repair videos other than yours. Keep it up!

Pretty good job Erick. I used to work in the aviation for many years and your speech while explaining the way to do this, was quite clear and detailed (Really against dummies). Again thank you very much for your time and knowledge and greetings from Costa Rica, Alberto A. Corrales

Every video you make just gets better and better. This one belongs in the "epic" column. Thanks, Eric.

This video will come in handy. If it ever stops raining here, I will attempt this replacement. What I find extraordinary is that you can do this work AND record AND narrate it sensibly. I think that is fantastic. I'll be lucky to get this done and maintain my religion. lol

I am glad you do this service for us amateur techs Eric! Detailed! I've been watching your videos every day for a couple months and I have learned alot. So "shop talk" is no longer foreign to me...so I can negotiate prices (could you put an estimated time & which tools used at beginning of video please?) and 2 professional mechanics wondered why I'd let them fix anything at all (busy dad & personal trainer) lol thanks man! If you're ever in Tucson hit me up!

Thank you for this video! My steering rack bushings are shot and there's tons of play in the steering feeling. Nothing seems to be leaking and everything works just fine but seems the rack has to come out to replace those bushings. Probably going to go ahead and replace the rack with a reman one and use your video as a guide! Thanks again! Great video!

Thanks for showing the parts that don't go well. As everybody knows sometimes car repair tests your patience!

Only one thing...the way this rack was put in...it's not centered. On these Toyota's, as mentioned, there's no master spline on the steering shaft and so forth, so it can be indexed in any way. So, watching the wheel being turned after the initial startup, the rack is definitely not centered. It turns farther in one direction than the other. The 4Runners of this vintage have variable ratio racks so if you're not centered, it'll have a different ratio one way vs the other.Easiest way to center them is a PITA but basically you center the steering wheel, attach the steering shaft without tightening it down. Turn to lock one direction, then the other. If it turns more one way than the other, shift location on the shaft splines and repeat. Keep doing that until it's centered.

Always a straight forward clear well spoken informative video thanks Eric

My bad eric, u did mention the clock spring, lol, im always impressed at how thorough you are

Eric - Excellent video! I was going to take my car to the shop until I saw you video. I have an Infiniti G20 so I'm sure things are slightly different. I had taken out the airbox and a few other things from inside the engine bay since I could get to the shaft bolt/fastener easier. And when I inspected things, I noticed that it would be easier to pull the rack out from the top of the car through the engine bay. Well it worked. And for me it was easier than dropping the subframe, etc.

I just start but it's 25*f out here and i just stop smoking so i think i'm gonna wait for summer and regain my patience. Gotta change the power steering pump to so...I admire your patience that i loose.

Great video . Wish I had done mine , but the auto parts store sent the wrong one and I had to have it done . Keep on videoin.

great explanation on all of your youtube repair video. I have applied some of the knowledge I gained from your video and they all worked.

Big Thumbs up ;) Personal experience, I had to replace my rack and pinon boots 2 years ago and I used zip ties (which were provided with the boots) and they are still holding up just fine

HEY ERIC THANK YOU FOR THE RACK AND PINION HOW VIDEO I JUST CHANGED MINE ON A TOYOTA TACOMA 1998 4X4 PRE RUNNER YOUR VIDEO SAVE THE DAY IT WAS THE FIRST TIME I CHANGED THE RACK AND I FOUND YOUR VIDEO MOST HELPFUL THANKS AGAIN

thank you so much for this video, helped us replace our steering rack for our 93 Toyota Celica. it was a pain to do!

49:05 "We're going to put the cap back on so that stuff doesn't go everywhere" then pours it everywhere. Lol. Good video, very detailed! Thumbs up!

My ujoint is getting bad and that is what mine does. I have to spray it with penetrating oil and lithium grease to keep it going. I have a feeling it could have been the ujoint. I checked tire pressure, fluid level and belt and then thought mine was the rack, before I found it was the ujoint. Hats off to Eric for the videos. It gives you an idea whether you want to DIY or not

Thanks for the very informative video. I'm PRAYING that a really good flush of my power steering fluid will solve the whine with the power steering in my 97 Honda CR-V. It doesn't drive badly, I can't find any leaks, it's not losing fluid, and I don't understand why my mechanic decided it was leaking. I even poked a tiny hole in the bottom of each boot to see if any fluid came out and it didn't. He estimated at least $2500 in parts and labor on a car that isn't worth that much. Except if you try to buy a gen one you will pay more than $2500 for it. I can't afford another car right now, so I'm going to fix it myself. It needs some suspension parts too, but I can do those. I'm retired now and we have another car so having this one out of commission for awhile isn't a problem. The goop on the rack and boots is probably very old oil from my leaking valve cover gasket. I wiped some off when I changed the oil and there was a skunk trail from the top of the engine down. So far, the goop hasn't come back. I'm going to flush the PS fluid first, then change the valve cover gasket and cam seals, and then clean the oil off of everything. Then I might be able to see if the rack is indeed leaking. I just don't feel like it is. I'm not a pro, I'm probably wrong, but I should be able to find a leak on something that I can examine the whole thing and not find any PS fluid coming out of anywhere.

Excellent, I like Eric the car guy, No BS from Eric. Eric is a no BS guy, all the way.

Eric, I love the video, I am in the process of replacing my steering rack and I've gotten everything unattached and everything I just cant seem to get the rack through the hole on the driver side, it just seems so wide. anything helps thanks!

Great video had the exact same job helped get it done nice and fast with out fighting it to much

Eric, I need to take my hat off awesome footage, I don't know how u do it I ve got 03 camry 6cyn it took me almost half a day to take it down another half a day to put new one back in with my back issues I don't think I want to this again. good job

Awesome video! Thanks for taking the time to do this

I agree about getting a alignment after changing rack and pinion but you can definitely measure the old part/ new part as well as thread exposure and at least get it close. After doing this you can put a couple straight edges on the outside of the tires and get the tow of the front tires set pretty well, roughly a sixteenth of tow has always been my understanding.

i love the videos you do. im an entry level tech so when you say some teh jargin like "lady slipper" i have no clue what you mean. I think your videos can greatly be improved and help more by "dumbing it down a bit" I know you already do but for us Backyard mech and entry level techs it would defianatly help us.thank you for everything you do for our community.

ya know. I feel the same about what I do for a living some days. but I'm good at it and so are you! by the way, it's One, One happy little thread ah, ah, ah, you've helped me a lot over the years. thank you! luckily for me, I'm working on an 89 hehe.

Lol your dog crying, I thought it was my dog the whole time. You had me running downstairs thinking something was wrong wit her lol.

Thanks for the video thank goodness my daughters 4runner is a 98, but why not put new outter tie rod ends on while you had them out? hard to tell the condition on the video but as cheap as they are I think I would put new ones on. thanks again.

So that coupler on the intermediate steering shaft gets really gunked up in the grooves above it (and inside it). Some part cleaning spray and then WD-40 made it super easy to move by hand. I only figured this out later to pull it back down after installing my new rack...to get it off initially i used a pry bar wedged against the edge of the coupler or the outer side of the bolt hole and just tapped at it with a hammer and it eventually went up.

Working on replacing my rack/pinion this week, 1st time. Thanks for all the great vids Eric lots of good tips!, should be easier for me as I have a 4.0 V6 4x2 4runner.. More room under to work in and no oil filter to get in the way! Mine is mounted at the top.

@declineofthewest.

2 жыл бұрын

How’d your replacement go? I just ordered the part..

@featuringme20

2 жыл бұрын

@@declineofthewest. went well!, I struggled releasing the fluid lines.. they were on good, had to use a strong Wrench and pipe for leverage as my brake line Wrench kept flexing. Also I purchased a used rack and Pinion from local dismantler for cheap.. was in great condition, was told it was for a 2007 and did fit my 2003, apparently was also compatible with Lexus gx470.

Eric thanks for posting. how many hours am I looking at for doing this in my garage?

Thanks, doing my FJ Cruiser in the future, you confirmed my suspicion that I need to pull the inner tie rods to get the rack in and out.

@thefastcameback1

8 жыл бұрын

did you ever did the FJs rack? how hard was the removal?

@ruebarb1

8 жыл бұрын

+Luis Pavese It is an all day job with the a lift, the mounting bolts on The driver side can not be removed with either hoisting the engine or removing components, I chose the cut the bolt and install it with the nut on top vs on the bottom. Needed an air chisel to bang the steering column off the key on the rack, the u joint will likely loosen. Need to remove the tires rods and still pulling the rack is a pain to get out.

Very nice video! I was thinking about mentioning something of being sure the SRS system is disengaged and not to damage the clock spring in the steering column? Is that relevant to this repair?

By the way Eric keep up the good work, you got great videos I would like to.purchase them.

Hi there Eric, First off, thanks for all of the great videos!! Just a quick question... When using the pipewrench (i use one in this application too) on the tierod ends.. shouldnt you have a 32mm or at least some type of wrench on the backside (end of steering pison shaft) to ensure that you dont put stress on the shaft when applying pressure from the pipewrench? I know that sometimes it takes a good amount of force to break those suckers loose- I just thought that could mess up something internally with the shaft... If you have never seen any issues the way that you have done it, I will prob do that next time I do a rack.... Thanks in advance!

eric this about the easies i seen on a steering rack you should do a cadillac dts i use four letter words alot thanks for the vid keep up the good work

its a split pin!, lol i love ur stuff tho eric, keep it up, ive watched heaps of ur videos, very helpful many times, cheers man.

Finished replacing rack and pinion on 1998 Toyota Tacoma SR5 Pick--Up. Had been leaking where pressure line from power steering fluid reservoir meets rack and pinion. Replaced broken O ring. No more leaking. To bleed power steering system had wheel slowly turned hard right and left about 20 times with engine off. Then about 12 times with engine on. Saw no more bubbles. Just vortex swirling when steering wheel turning. Steering has small resistance when turning to right. Any recommendations? Can this be lived with? Will the recently installed rack and pinion break down soon? No such resistance on prior rack and pinion nor on any other vehicle ever. Just needs more bleeding?

if there one thing i got from watching Eric the car guy its definitely hit what it goes through haha

Really love these old "real" videos, before cameraman Brian

"So, you still wanna do this for a living?" I've been asking myself that more and more lately dealing with my car....

I was thinking about doing it myself...But after seeing and knowing I don't have half of the tools you do...I just will pay the $170 they are charging me to change that damn thing...thanks.You saved me a lot of trouble and headache =)

I dont care Eric is the best Mechanic I know, no matter who say's what he gets sht done.

Another great video. Regarding your comment about heat, what if you are taking a bolt out, where you don't want to heat the female part of the equation (like a harmonic balancer, or something close to delicate seals, or an aluminum housing). If you heat the bolt, do you then allow it to cool before trying to turn it? Would heating a bolt soften the head of the bolt, and make it more prone to rounding the bolt head? Wouldn't heating the male part make it harder to remove?

Hey buddy I need to change out my rack on my current model 4runner. Do you know if it is any different? So far my oil filter is in a different location it looks like.

Good stuff as always, Eric!!!!! Thumbs up!!!!! Merrie-Merrie

Hey Eric how about instead of counting the threads,how about measuring from the end of the rubber boot to the end of the nut. Will that work better ?.

Be good to see you do some more 4wd stuff eric :)

Great video. Helped me replace mine on my 08 4runner. Keep up the great work!

@arizonaoutdoors1465

Ай бұрын

Hey bud did you have any trouble afterwards with the traction control lights turning on occasionally afterwards? And without a check engine light just one solid and one blinking for the traction control. Had multiple alignments since and its only occasionally..

@anthonyshaeffer7889

Ай бұрын

@@arizonaoutdoors1465 Thanks for reaching out. No engine light but I sure am and even had them do a hard reset on the VSC, traction control. Its still coming on and am puzzled on how to correctly fix it. Replace the YAW sensor maybe? I also had multiple alignments and even have another scheduled Wednesday.

@arizonaoutdoors1465

Ай бұрын

@@anthonyshaeffer7889 you have the AWD I assume? I might try another zero point calibratiom to see if it does the trick for mine. Its annoying AF!!

@anthonyshaeffer7889

Ай бұрын

@@arizonaoutdoors1465 2008 Sport v6 4WD. I agree. Completely annoying. Keep me posted please.

@arizonaoutdoors1465

Ай бұрын

@@anthonyshaeffer7889 I found the following and decided to try it out and so far no lights. I restarted the rig offroad, engaged 4wd (center locker). I then put it into 4Low and then utilized the downhill assist on a decline. You should see it engage the slip control while going down a small hill. I then returned to normal driving conditions and about 50 miles later no traction lights. I am being super hopeful and hopefully it was something stupid. Here is the text from the posting: “Just got it back from the Dealer and here is the report: "Confirmed slippage warning light is illuminated. Performed health check and retrieved trouble code C120A. Cleared memory and performed zero point calibration. Code C120A returned. Performed signal check for the Down Hill Assist Control Switch. Code C120A still returned. Created TAS case to receive further diagnostic assistance from corporate Toyota diagnostic technicians. Informed by TAS agent that codes were indicative of a miscalibration of the master cylinder pressure sensor. Performed signal check for vehicle incorporating down hill assist control switch. Test drive of vehicle rendered complete repair. Slippage light is no longer illuminated, and the C120A code has been cleared." Super weird, the Toyota tech hadn't seen this one before so I really don't know what the deal is. They ended up charging me $115 for an hour of diagnostics even though they were working on it for about 4 hours. Still don't think I should have had to pay for it but didn't feel like fighting it.”

Was it a similar process? I am looking to changing my 99' 4runner's.

Do you know about how long this took you and not just the video length? And should this be the same process for an '04 Tundra SR5?

will you please show how to replace a toyota tundra Rack Steering Bushing. Thank you

Hi Erick..I experienced the same during my attemp to change the Steering Rack Hilux KUN25.! Every thing disconnected but then I failed to take out the whole Steering Rack. I have no choice but to reconnect all the hoses and reuse it back. Steering problm doesnt solved.!

nice job.... you made my life easier

I like how you told your haters to just.... "SHUT UP!" LOL Keep up the good work Eric

I like when you went to lunch, in my world that means "this thing is pissing me off and I need a brake" good vid by the way

thanks for your video

Great video.

Lucky for me my 4 runner had an oil leak when I purchased it so there's no rust and it's good and lubricated! D: Anyway, about to replace the rack on it. Thanks!!

Great video eric

"Getting that shaft off of there"... "Busting that nut off"... #StayDirtyEric haha

Eric, Aren't these racks supposed to be clocked to match the one thats being replaced so the wheel makes the same number of turns to the right as to the left? Are you assuming the rebuilder set the rack to center?

To loosen the nut from the rodend ...i believe one should hold the steering rod with a spanner to prevent force coming onto the rod.

Now I am gonna watch whats in Eric's Tool box again for the 50th time XD

How did you take that bolt off by the driver side?

Great job Eric.

Plz tell me How you moved the oil filter housing

hey Eric I have a couple of questions

Do you have exact name of part or part number? I have an 07 fj and wondering if it's the same. Thanks

hey eric, how often are you suppose to flush out the PS fluid?

CVJ in Denver rebuilds factory racks to OEM quality with all OEM parts. I’d be hesitant to use a cheap parts store unit.

Great job. It hurts me to watch you doing such a job without a lift.

How do you disconnect the oil filter assembly?

What was the problem with the rack? Could it from the start of have been the rusted u-joint??

Pipe wrench...? You did notice the flats machined into those for an open ended wrench (27 mm, I believe)? And cable ties are NOT a good substitute for the metal clamps. Especially the case if you go off road into mud frequently. The cable ties won't keep the dirt out as good.

@samuelshank570

9 жыл бұрын

+777fuzzypeach no, they will just break, if u use the biggest industrial quality zip ties u will be fine, strong as fuck

If i'm not mistaken it already had it on there on the reman rack.

Doesn't the inner tie rod need some grease? I have no clue i whas just wondering.

Why did you remove the inners from the "new" rack?

Steering wheel shakes intermittently on my 2016 Toyota 4 runner 4x4 sr5 New Tires have been re balanced and tire guy says it has to be a steering issue. All suspension parts appear good and tight

The sesame street imitation gave me stomach cramps from laughing so hard

16:53 that reminds me about that movie :)

Great fkn Job Brother.

Don’t use Valvoline ATF with conditioners cause it can make the high pressure rubber line swell causing leaks. I used Walmart branded ATF and works well.

Eric there is two big bolts holds the rack and pinion on frame the one on driver side no way to come out unless you cut it or remove ac compressor because when you bring it up it hit to ac compressor and in here you show you take it out easily which is impossible .

@JP-uu2rw

6 жыл бұрын

Maybe the difference is having a 2WD vs 4WD possibly?

It could be just me but having own many vehicles it seems once the original steering rack goes bad you will be plagued with defective replacement racks. I have never had a replacement rack last more then a couple years after it was installed.

@topherd1011

8 жыл бұрын

If you buy an aftermarket remanufactured rack you tend to get what you pay for. If you want it to last order one from a dealer service department or find a genuine OEM rack.. That can be a very pricey proposition but like I said.. You get what you pay for in the automotive repair world.. When it comes to parts and when it comes to tools too!

@keithhiggins1153

6 жыл бұрын

American made i

s there a parts store for a complete kit for head gasket change valve stem seals and guides and all the top end gasket.For a1999 toyota 3.0 v-6 instead of buy everything seperate thanks again and gods speed.

did you got help?

your wrench technique 27:48 made me cross my legs

said it before you need a more stable work bench ! lol im just waiting for it to fall over one day

Did this on a 97 pathfinder.peace of cake

This video is full of WIN :D

Eric is one of the Good Mechanics the kind you trust with your car, not a billy backyard Mechanic.ASE Certifide

Remember when most cars didn't have power steering. Ah.. those were good days.

@topherd1011

8 жыл бұрын

It's getting a little better these days with electronic steering :)

Haha...like the comic relief. I'm thinking my 2wd 4 runner should be easier?