Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 350 (GSU30_), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 350 AWD (GSU35_), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 300 (MCU35_), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 400h AWD (MHU38_), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 330 (MCU38_), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 330 AWD (MCU38), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 400h AWD (MHU38_), LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 400h (MHU38_) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change tie rod end / track rod end on LEXUS RX400h 2 (XU30) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Track Rod End for RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) and other LEXUS models
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Track rod end
How to change Mounting Kit, tie rod end on Lexus RX XU30 400h AWD (MHU38_) – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
Mounting Kit, tie rod end
Tools
Replacement: track rod end – Lexus RX XU30. Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #19
Drive socket # 17
Wheel impact socket #21
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Nippers
Vernier caliper
Crow bar
Ball joint puller
Wheel chock
Replacement: track rod end – Lexus RX XU30. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Replace tie rod ends in pairs.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the right and left tie rod ends.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: track rod end – Lexus RX XU30. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Track Rod End on Lexus RX XU30 2003 - free PDF and video manuals
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 400h AWD (MHU38_) 2004 Track Rod End - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21.
  3. Step 3
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  4. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: track rod end – Lexus RX XU30. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 6
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    Clean the fastener connecting the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 7
    How hard is it to do yourself: Track Rod End replacement on Lexus RX XU30 330 (MCU38_) 2003 - download illustrated guide
    When deinstalling, mark or measure the precise position of the ball joint on the track rod, or count the number of turns in order to prevent misalignment afterward. Use a vernier caliper.
  8. Step 8
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    Remove the cotter pin fixing the tie rod end fastening. Use a crowbar. Use nippers.
  9. Step 9
    Changing of Track Rod End on Lexus RX XU30 2005 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Unscrew the end fastening nut to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
  10. Step 10
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    Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller.
  11. Step 11
    Replacing Track Rod End on Lexus RX XU30 2007 400h AWD (MHU38_) by yourself
    Loosen the lock nut securing the tie rod end to the tie rod. Use a combination spanner #19.
  12. Step 12
    RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 350 (GSU30_) 2008 Track Rod End DIY replacement workshop manual
    Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle.
  13. Step 13
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    Screw the end out of the tie rod.
  14. Step 14
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Lexus RX XU30 2004 350 (GSU30_) Track Rod End
    Clean the mounting seats of the tie rod end. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 15
    DIY replacement of Track Rod End on LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 400h (MHU38_) 2005 is not an issue anymore with our step-by-step tutorial
    Treat the threaded part of the tie rod. Use copper grease.
  16. Step 16
    How to change Track Rod End on Lexus RX XU30 2003 - free PDF and video manuals
    Screw on a new tie rod end.
    Replacement: track rod end – Lexus RX XU30. AUTODOC recommends:
    While installing the steering rod end remember to make the same number of turns or to leave the same length of thread showing as per your measurements.
  17. Step 17
    How to replace LEXUS RX (MHU3_, GSU3_, MCU3_) 400h AWD (MHU38_) 2004 Track Rod End - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Screw on the tie rod end jam nut. Use a combination spanner #19 (2 pieces).
  18. Step 18
    Lexus RX XU30 300 (MCU35_) 2005 Track Rod End replacement: free workshop manuals
    When deinstalling, mark or measure the precise position of the ball joint on the track rod, or count the number of turns in order to prevent misalignment afterward. Use a vernier caliper.
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