2026-07-16

Steering Actuator - Rear (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 3201099022 FRT 1.44 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and FRT listed above reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

2024-03-27: Added steps to remove rear toe link and steps to load suspension to ride height during install.

Warning

This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components.

Remove

Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
On the vehicle touchscreen, navigate to UI > Controls > Suspension > 'Medium to set the air suspension ride height to “Medium”.
Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
Place the vehicle into Service Mode. See Service Mode.
Open the tonneau cover.
Open the tailgate.
Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Install).
Disconnect MV power. See Mid-Voltage Power (Disconnect and Connect) (Modify).
Remove the bed floor assembly. See Bed Floor Assembly (Remove and Install).
Release ANC air line from pressurized pack valve block

Note
1x VOSS fitting, 12mm, 8 Nm, Do not release air line to reservoir, Rapid loss of pressure will result if wrong air line is released
Remove the VOSS fitting from the Pressurize Pack air line to the ancillary.

Note
Slide the threaded section back, remove the collet, and then slide the threaded section off of air line. Discard after removal.
Release the connector lock and disconnect the electrical connector, remove the bolt that attaches the Pressurize Pack valve block to the air suspension reservoir, and then release the clip and remove the zip tie.
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

10 mm socket
Note
Cut the zip tie at the reservoir/ancillary air line bundle.

Note
Release the harness clip at the bracket.
Release the rubber grommets (x3), and then release the air suspension valve block from the bracket.

Note
Rotate clockwise until the top 2 rubber feet have released from the bracket. Pull upwards at a 45 degree angle to release the bottom rubber foot from the bracket.

Note
Leave all air lines and connections secured, and then set the assembly aside.
Remove the nuts (x2) that attach the air suspension reservoir to the body, and then release the fir tree clips (x2).
33 Nm (24.3 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

13 mm socket
Place air suspension reservoir in service position then install Ancillary Access Bench

Note
Raise and swing air suspension reservoir to the side of the bed, Place Ancillary Access Bench onto rear casting ensuring no air lines or harnesses are being pinched
Remove the LH and RH rear wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
Remove the bolt that attaches the LH rear toe link to the rear steering actuator. Repeat this step for the RH side of the vehicle.
145 Nm (106.9 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

18 mm combination wrench
Figure 1. LH shown; RH similar
Remove and discard the nut that attaches the LH rear toe link to the LH rear knuckle, and then remove the toe link from the vehicle. Repeat this step for the RH side of the vehicle.
210 Nm (154.9 lbs-ft)
Note
Counter hold the ball joint while removing the nut.
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

21 mm socket
Figure 2. LH shown; RH similar
Partially lower vehicle.
Release the connector lock and disconnect the rear steering actuator electrical connector, and then release harness clip.

Note
Place the harness aside for access.
Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the RH side of rear steering actuator to the rear subframe.
120 Nm (88.5 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

18 mm socket
Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH side of the rear steering actuator to the rear subframe.
120 Nm (88.5 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

18 mm socket
Remove the rear steering actuator from the vehicle.

Note
Rotate the rear steering actuator onto its side, and then pivot to the LH side to release the actuator out from the rear subframe.

CAUTION
Use caution when removing the rear steering actuator from the rear subframe. Avoid damaging any HV cable, body harness, or ride height sensor.

Install

Position the rear steering actuator into the vehicle for installation.

Note
Rotate the rear steering actuator to its side. Insert the RH side of the steering actuator to position onto the rear subframe.

CAUTION
Use caution when installing the rear steering actuator to rear subframe. Avoid damaging any HV cable, body harness, or ride height sensor.
Install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH side of the rear steering actuator to the rear subframe.
120 Nm (88.5 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

18 mm socket
Install the bolts (x2) that attach the RH side of the rear steering actuator to the rear subframe.
120 Nm (88.5 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

18 mm socket
Connect the rear steering actuator electrical connector and secure the connector lock, and then install the harness clip.
Remove Ancillary Access Bench then place air suspension reservoir into position for installation

Note
Ensure air lines are not twisted, Ensure no harnesses are caught
Install the nuts (x2) that attach the air suspension reservoir to the vehicle, and then install the fir tree clips (x2).
33 Nm (24.3 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

13 mm socket
Secure the air suspension valve block.

Note
x3 rubber grommets

Note
Rotate counterclockwise until the top 2 rubber feet are secured onto the bracket. Push downwards at a 45 degree angle to secure the bottom rubber foot into bracket.

Note
Position air lines and connections into place for installation.
Install a new VOSS air fitting to the Pressurize Pack valve block at the ANC circuit.
8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

12 mm socket
Note
Do not remove the VOSS plastic plug until the Pressurize Pack line install.
Secure ANC air line onto pressurized pack valve block

Note
1x line, Remove plastic cap from VOSS fittings, Press air lines onto fitting until mark aligns with top of fitting, Verify line is properly secured by performing push and pull test
Connect the electrical connector and secure the connector lock, install the bolt that attaches the Pressurize Pack valve block to the air suspension reservoir, and then install the clip and new zip tie.
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

10 mm socket
Note
Secure the air reservoir and ancillary air lines at the white marked sections.
Reconnect MV power. See Mid-Voltage Power (Disconnect and Connect) (Modify).
Reinstall the vehicle software using the vehicle touchscreen. See Software Reinstall - Touchscreen (Restore).
Install the bed floor assembly. See Bed Floor Assembly (Remove and Install).
Close the tonneau cover.
Close the tailgate.
Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
In toolbox, click the Actions tab, and then search for "TAS service run".
Click TAS Enter Service Run Mode, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
Click the Actions tab, and then search for "TAS deflate".
Click TAS Deflate Component, select REAR_AXLE from drop-down menu, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
Disconnect MV power. See Mid-Voltage Power (Disconnect and Connect) (Modify).
Raise the vehicle to a comfortable working height.
Position the LH rear toe link on the rear steering actuator, and then install and hand-tighten the bolt that attaches the toe link to the rear steering actuator. Repeat this step for the RH side of the vehicle
CAUTION
Only hand-tighten the bolt, as this joint will be fully torqued at a later step.
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

18 mm combination wrench
Figure 3. LH shown; RH similar
Position the LH rear toe link on the LH rear knuckle, and then install a new nut that attaches the toe link to the knuckle. Repeat this step for the RH side of the vehicle.
210 Nm (154.9 lbs-ft)
Note
Counter hold the ball joint.
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

21 mm socket
Position and raise a pole jack onto the LH rear lower control arm.
Adjust the LH rear suspension to ride height specification.

Note
Measure from the wheel housing stud to the stabar link mount. The distance should be 31.8 cm. Adjust pole jack as needed.
Fully torque the bolt that attaches the LH rear toe link to the rear steering actuator.
145 Nm (106.9 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

18 mm combination wrench
Lower the pole jack and remove the it from the LH rear lower control arm.
Repeat step 25 through step 28 for the RH side of the vehicle.
Install the LH and RH rear wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
Reconnect MV power. See Mid-Voltage Power (Disconnect and Connect) (Modify).
Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Install).
Remove the vehicle from the lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
Unlock the vehicle Gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
Run ODIN routine PROC_TAS_X_PRESSURIZE-HV-PACKvia Service Mode:High Voltage ➜ HV Battery ➜ Pressurize HV Batteryvia Toolbox:(link)
Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.
Perform a wheel alignment check. See Four Wheel Alignment Check (No Adjustment Needed) (Test/Adjust).