How to Replace Power Steering Rack 05-15 Toyota Tacoma

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In many cases the steering rack will last the lifetime of the vehicle, but there are occasions where it won’t. If the steering rack in your vehicle is leaking fluid, was damaged, or otherwise needs replacement, it is often a more complicated job, but possible to DIY. This video shows you how to install a new steering rack in your 2005-15 Toyota Tacoma.

This repair was done on a 2009 Toyota Tacoma Pre Runner 4.0L Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door RWD Automatic and the process should be similar on the following vehicles:
2005 Toyota Tacoma
2006 Toyota Tacoma
2007 Toyota Tacoma
2008 Toyota Tacoma
2009 Toyota Tacoma
2010 Toyota Tacoma
2011 Toyota Tacoma
2012 Toyota Tacoma
2013 Toyota Tacoma
2014 Toyota Tacoma
2015 Toyota Tacoma

Tools you will need:
• Side Cutters
• Air Chisel
• Brake Parts Cleaner
• Bungee Cord
• Copper Anti-Seize
• Rust Penetrant
• Safety Glasses
• Drain Pan
• Hammer
• Wheel Chocks

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[jtech]

Just did one of these today on a 05 Tacoma 4x4. You don't need to take boots or inner tie rods off or even the sway bar.

[BADWlNG]

My grandfather taught me to spray all parts with penetrating oil as soon as you know you are gonna do a project. Hit it again the night before you are going to wrench. It’s life changing to think ahead. We live in Pennsylvania so we are always dealing with rust and frozen parts.

[AndreiDPop]

You probably came to this video to figure out what to do with the driver side bolt.

Cut about 3/8” of it off. The easiest way is to tighten the nut back on and just cut the bolt flush with the nut. You can use a dremel with a cut-off wheel or even a carbide multitool blade.

Once done, the bolt will clear the frame and you’ll be able to move the rack.

[Rangerman]

This is by far the best and most comprehensive video I have seen on this project, I have a power steering fluid leak that I strongly suspect is a combination of the rack, the pump itself and possibly even the hoses, so I am planning to do this very project myself, but I plan to replace everything, so as to remove all doubts, since I have almost 215K on the clock. PS Just the fact that you used PB Blaster alone gets you an automatic like and sub.

[legacybluegoose]

Very critical part you seemed to skip was the long bolt under the compressor. How did you get it out??

[markmanroop]

Excellent job, well done. Thanks for this video I was in the process of changing my rack after looking at your video I completed the job in less than 3 hours. Save myself at least $600.00

[molokoplus]

Textbook work bro. I learned from this and I'm 50. I've been fighting with those for at least 10 years

[flyingsodwai]

Thanks for posting the whole procedure and explaining things well. Good job!

[jeffreyknapp]

Very precise and professional video. Much better explanation than either Alldata or Mitchell.

[MasterGhilieman]

Counting down the days until you do a Tundra rack next!

[KianaShalix]

20 min video 3-6 hour diy =) TYVM for the video I know I will be needing this its just my luck haha

[daveskelton]

Why are inner tie rods removed on gear removal but installed with them on?

[colinkeeney]

You guys are awesome! I’ve been wanting to do this job for 3 years on my truck but there were NO good videos on it.

THANK YOU!!!

[mathieugodin]

The best video step by step on how to do this! I had to replace my high pressure line as i live on the rust belt but other than that it went well.

[wesleyhoover]

Funny how the impossible bolt to get out seems to already be flipped in this video. Why not do it on a truck that still has a factory rack that hasn’t been removed yet lmao. U make this look easy cuz the hard part is skipped.

[TOM_T_HALL]

how the phk did you get drivers side bolt off..hit ac compresser..had to get out sawzall to cut bolt

[haroldvelasquez]

I like your video is the best video I’ve watched on the rock and pinion what’s the part number for those orings for the hyd lines

[bradc.]

Great video! I have a 2017 leaking around the boots. Of course, she’s out of warranty. Only 50, 000 miles and a 2 wheel drive. The dealer told me that my engine would have to come out to replace mine….only 4000 dollars? I can’t wrap my head around this!!

[howardhulstein]

Thanks for the video, helps me understand the work to performed by my mechanic. I am having to replace the rack on 2010 Tacoma with about 200, 000 miles on. Top marks for the video production, excellent job!