I have to do this on my mother's 2001 tundra. same exact setup. The bushing tore into the rack and caused a large rusted hole. my wife seen the fluid in our gravel. I am going all the way like you did with new outer tie rods and anything else I find while it is apart. Just got done rebuilding 02 sienna front suspension. struts, press in wheel bearings, press in control arm bushings and ball joints. links were good. good video and on my way to Napa.
The mech a nic Rust is my enemy! Had to cut off one of those control arm bolts (5 sawzall blades) that was a nightmare! Her tundra is a rusted mess under there. My van is beautiful compared to hers. it looks easy but I am concerned about rust welded bolts. OUT WITH THE ATF AND ACETONE MIXTURE!
What an awesome video tutorial! I have to replace my Rack & Pinion on a 2005 Toyota Sequoia and you were very detailed and helpful. Definitely subscribing!
sorry for very low audio... it turns out the camera I used to record the video had a damaged microphone. headphones will make the audio better. Thank you for watching.
For the mechanically adept it was fantastic muted! Just got last of complete ucl/lcl bushes, I/O ties, sway/end links/ubj/lbj/rack/Bilstein 5100s, discs, pads, replacing PS and Brake Fluid, Oil Change and Plugs, clean MAP sensor.... easily a 4 day gig if lucky, but the NEXT 96K will be as smooth as the first on my 06 Limited DC 4X4. Just did the Carrier Bearing and pumped fresh grease thru all Cardon, Slip and Ball Joints. That alone took 95% of shakes and clunks away. Love my Tundra. Great job.
I just had Toyota replace my mothers entire frame of her 2001 Tundra and they ruined my recently replaced rack & pinion. I am getting a new one under warranty from NAPA. It worked fine before taking truck in. Now it screams at a stop sign.
Great video. Definitely helpful. I was wondering how os it that you diagnosed the rack and pinion assembly? What sort of symptoms was it displaying? Im having trouble with my steering. I feel like it binds when i turn it to the right but not to the left. Could you help ? Thanks
IF YOU LIVE IN FRIGID PLACES THERE PROBLY IS A LOT OF SALT ON THE ROADS AND WHEN THE ROADS ARE WET THAN THE SALT CAN GET UP INTO YOUR UNDERCARRIAGE WHEN FRIGID TEMPERTURES GO AWAY AND WEATHER HOLDS UNTIL THE CYCLE STARTS AGAIN THEN IS WHEN YOU WANT TO DO A CLEAR WATER RINSE ON YOUR UNDERCARRIAGE OR DURING THE WINTER DO IT EVERY TIME YOU DRIVE IN WET SALTY ROADS .
@@themechanic6117 Im not sure if it was all my fault or if the machining just sucks on this rack. I just swapped the bolted on piece from the old one. Hope it works because they are different.
@@themechanic6117 I installed it, put new fluid in it. It turned pink because of bubbles and the steering pump keeps make noises. I've had engine on for like 5 min turning the wheel.
@@DougDimadome just keep turning the wheel and topping it off till the noise stops. Sometimes i get a car thats a pain in the butt to bleed. What i do at that point is crack open the high pressure hose at the pump.just enough for ps fluid to start dripping out. That usually lets the air bleed out
Hi, I saw in my Haynes manual for 2004 Sequoia that Traction Control zero points need to be reset with special equipment after replacing the rack. Did you have to do that?
I have a question and I hope you answer this when we turn the steering wheel we put transmission oil and after that when we turn the wheels starts turning and the Toyota sequoia starts making a huge screech noise and I was hoping to know why it makes that noise?
+Trip Dipster I should have but I didn't, there hasn't been any problems with this job I did. I'd recommend finding the torque specs and using them. Sorry for not including that in the video
Excellent video. How long would you estimate that job took and what was your preferred replacement brand of steering gear assembly. I have 201,000 on my 2004 tundra 4wd and my bushings are starting to leak.
Jonathan Hoag well it took me much longer because I had to record everything but if you follow the video and everything goings smoothly I'd say 2- 3 hours. you can never go wrong with moog replacement parts. Thanks for watching.
i replaced my toyota sequoia 04 with after market rack and pinion and i dont think the suv behaves the sameway when i m driving it. who makes oem rack and pinion for 04 toyota sequoia?
DO THE ALIGNMENT BY YOURSELF THESE PLACES THAT DO ALIGNMENTS DONT KNOW WHAT THEIR DOING AND BY THE TIME YOU FIGURE IT OUT YOUR TIRES ARE ATE THE FUCK UP .
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Can you replace mine for bucks?
I’ve watched a lot of videos on car repairs and this one by far is the easiest to watch and is very informative. Good job!!
Thank you
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Awesome video...Step by step process and straight to the point with no hesitation or stuttering👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾😎👍🏾
Thanks for watching
I have to replace my rack and pinion this weekend as it started leaking from the rusted body of the rack. This was a perfect tutorial. Thank you!!!
+adb99999999999 you're welcome, thanks for watching. I hope all goes well.
Love it , you make it look so easy , this project I’m going to put it on practice on my sequoia. Thank you.
Thanks for watching
Three years later and this video is very helpful!
You're welcome.thanks for watching
I should just bring my truck to you! Great video very detailed. Thank you.
I am a satisfied customer of his..I highly recommend him for your vehicle repairs 👍👍 Thanks Bro.
Anton Simmons thank you.
I have to do this on my mother's 2001 tundra. same exact setup. The bushing tore into the rack and caused a large rusted hole. my wife seen the fluid in our gravel. I am going all the way like you did with new outer tie rods and anything else I find while it is apart. Just got done rebuilding 02 sienna front suspension. struts, press in wheel bearings, press in control arm bushings and ball joints. links were good. good video and on my way to Napa.
+Sir Sweetness wow sounds like you're doing a great job and you have everything under control. I hope the job goes easy for you.
The mech a nic
Rust is my enemy! Had to cut off one of those control arm bolts (5 sawzall blades) that was a nightmare! Her tundra is a rusted mess under there. My van is beautiful compared to hers. it looks easy but I am concerned about rust welded bolts. OUT WITH THE ATF AND ACETONE MIXTURE!
+Sir Sweetness I hate when things do go as planned. Sometimes I have to walk away from a job to take a break ,then come back and kick it's ass. Lol
Awesome helpful video. Made me change my mind on DIY on this. Looking for mechanic now. 👍
What an awesome video tutorial! I have to replace my Rack & Pinion on a 2005 Toyota Sequoia and you were very detailed and helpful. Definitely subscribing!
Thank you. I appreciate it. Glad the video helped you 👍
Fantastic, yet thorough job documenting it for your viewers there Nic.
Great video! Makes me think a) i could do this and b) i need a battery powered impact wrench
It's doable with hand tools. Just make sure you set aside at least two days . Some things can be a pain in the butt but it's not the worst job
Wow, just wow....Thank you!!!
Thanks for watching
sorry for very low audio... it turns out the camera I used to record the video had a damaged microphone. headphones will make the audio better. Thank you for watching.
No it didn't
Sorry
For the mechanically adept it was fantastic muted!
Just got last of complete ucl/lcl bushes, I/O ties, sway/end links/ubj/lbj/rack/Bilstein 5100s, discs, pads, replacing PS and Brake Fluid, Oil Change and Plugs, clean MAP sensor.... easily a 4 day gig if lucky, but the NEXT 96K will be as smooth as the first on my 06 Limited DC 4X4.
Just did the Carrier Bearing and pumped fresh grease thru all Cardon, Slip and Ball Joints. That alone took 95% of shakes and clunks away.
Love my Tundra.
Great job.
I just had Toyota replace my mothers entire frame of her 2001 Tundra and they ruined my recently replaced rack & pinion. I am getting a new one under warranty from NAPA. It worked fine before taking truck in. Now it screams at a stop sign.
+Sir Sweetness wow that sucks. Hope you get it fixed 👍
On the tierod you can also remove the old one, count the turns out and turn the new one on the new rack as many times. Should be real close.
Great video
Thank you
Very thorough video, man! I’m about to do my dads 01 Tundra and this was very helpful. Well done, and keep up the good work bro!
+Echologged thank you for watching and commenting.
Great video. Definitely helpful. I was wondering how os it that you diagnosed the rack and pinion assembly? What sort of symptoms was it displaying? Im having trouble with my steering. I feel like it binds when i turn it to the right but not to the left. Could you help ? Thanks
Was all good except the new one has to be turned both directions on the spline like 3 turns or you break your clock spring like I did. Good luck
They is why I did careful measuring before installing it
IF YOU LIVE IN FRIGID PLACES THERE PROBLY IS A LOT OF SALT ON THE ROADS AND WHEN THE ROADS ARE WET THAN THE SALT CAN GET UP INTO YOUR UNDERCARRIAGE WHEN FRIGID TEMPERTURES GO AWAY AND WEATHER HOLDS UNTIL THE CYCLE STARTS AGAIN THEN IS WHEN YOU WANT TO DO A CLEAR WATER RINSE ON YOUR UNDERCARRIAGE OR DURING THE WINTER DO IT EVERY TIME YOU DRIVE IN WET SALTY ROADS .
Great video! I am thinking about buying one of these that has a bad steering rack and I was hoping there would be a video like this. Thanks!
Nice! Good luck on the repair
THANK'S FOR THE VIDEO..
Thanks for sharing this.
+Genci K you're welcome and thanks for watching.
Good work sir
Thank you
How do you remove the rack from the steering side and how would I know if it’s centered?
I stripped out threads! Great! $500 rack. Nice.
How'd that happen?
@@themechanic6117
Im not sure if it was all my fault or if the machining just sucks on this rack.
I just swapped the bolted on piece from the old one. Hope it works because they are different.
@@DougDimadome thats not good. Good luck
@@themechanic6117
I installed it, put new fluid in it. It turned pink because of bubbles and the steering pump keeps make noises. I've had engine on for like 5 min turning the wheel.
@@DougDimadome just keep turning the wheel and topping it off till the noise stops. Sometimes i get a car thats a pain in the butt to bleed. What i do at that point is crack open the high pressure hose at the pump.just enough for ps fluid to start dripping out. That usually lets the air bleed out
Saw the Illinois plate, wanna do the rack on my truck lol
Hi, I saw in my Haynes manual for 2004 Sequoia that Traction Control zero points need to be reset with special equipment after replacing the rack. Did you have to do that?
+hillm1234 I did not have to do that, the rack worked just fine with no warning lights on the dash.
Great video bro thanks
You're welcome. Thanks for watching 👍
Cuantas millas tenía tu Sequoia? Gracias ✌
I have a 02 sequoia, and I have a question: To which way goes the tie rod end?. I'm having issues with that. Thank you!!
I didnt show it in the video? Check your part numbers for the parts you got.it should say which is the left/right tie rods
@@themechanic6117 thank you!😊
I have a question and I hope you answer this when we turn the steering wheel we put transmission oil and after that when we turn the wheels starts turning and the Toyota sequoia starts making a huge screech noise and I was hoping to know why it makes that noise?
Is there a video by chance that can help me fix this problem?
We already change the Rack and pinion for the car
Check the tension on the belt. If the belt is loose it will screech when you turn the steering wheel
@@themechanic6117 Where is the belt located at?
On the side of the engine. You can't miss it
Hey brother, wondering if this is the same setup thatd be on a 2007 sequoia?
2000-2007 should be the same body style so yes
Great video! Where did you purchase your rack and pinion?
Thank you. I'm not sure. The customer brought their own part. I'm sure you can get it from AutoZone or any other place
Curious....you don't use a torque wrench, why?
+Trip Dipster I should have but I didn't, there hasn't been any problems with this job I did. I'd recommend finding the torque specs and using them. Sorry for not including that in the video
Excellent video. How long would you estimate that job took and what was your preferred replacement brand of steering gear assembly. I have 201,000 on my 2004 tundra 4wd and my bushings are starting to leak.
Jonathan Hoag well it took me much longer because I had to record everything but if you follow the video and everything goings smoothly I'd say 2- 3 hours. you can never go wrong with moog replacement parts. Thanks for watching.
what year is the sequoia? THANKS.
I said what year it is in the first ten seconds of the video
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Safty is last priority
How did you get the rack gear off of the steering shaft?
Remove the bolt then use a chisel and hammer to knock it off
How long did it take you from start to finish?
I cant remember. Should take just a couple of hours
@@themechanic6117 I have a 2012 Tundra with a bad steering rack. Seems like a big job
i replaced my toyota sequoia 04 with after market rack and pinion and i dont think the suv behaves the sameway when i m driving it. who makes oem rack and pinion for 04 toyota sequoia?
luiz cartez can you please give more details? Im about to do the same on mine
@@masta90 just buy OEM rack n pinion. dont buy aftermatket, at least, aftermarket didnt work out for me.
dude speak up please ..i turn all the volume up and i could hardly hear you ,, i gave you a like and did suscrived thank nyou for videos
Sorry . I'm not talking low. The microphone on my phone was damaged and I didn't realize it till afterwards.
Thanks for the video but next time please have your volume a little louder can’t barely hear you
Sorry I recorded this video with a phone that had a bad microphone and I didn't know till it was too late
who makes oem rack and pinion for 2004 toyota sequoia ? please. help. i need to know.
DO THE ALIGNMENT BY YOURSELF THESE PLACES THAT DO ALIGNMENTS DONT KNOW WHAT THEIR DOING AND BY THE TIME YOU FIGURE IT OUT YOUR TIRES ARE ATE THE FUCK UP .
I feel sorry for those who live in salty states, the rust is this vehicles are horrible.
This is nothing... There are truly rusty cars over here.
At 2:55 I stopped watching when he broke out a claw hammer... Rookie
I used what I had available, you're the one watching the video for one reason or another. Sorry the hammer was a disappointment to you.
I need a mechanic to replace mine. My zip code is 06615
+Kayode Atoyebi you'll have to call around your area, good luck