Tools Required

J 24319-B Universal Steering Linkage Puller

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the front tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the stabilizer shaft links. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
4. Remove the stabilizer shaft insulators. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Replacement .



5. Remove the left outer tie rod retaining nut.
6. Use the J 24319-B in order to remove the left tie rod end (1) from the steering knuckle (2).
7. Remove the exhaust manifold pipe. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Pipe Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
8. Turn the left strut completely to the left. Guide the stabilizer shaft out the left side of the vehicle between the body and the strut.



9. Remove the stabilizer shaft (3) from the vehicle.

1. Install the stabilizer shaft (3) to the vehicle.
2. Install the exhaust manifold pipe. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Pipe Replacement in Engine Exhaust.



3. Loosely install the following components:

3.1.	The left and right stabilizer shaft insulators

3.2.	The stabilizer shaft insulator brackets

3.3.	The stabilizer shaft bracket bolts

4. Install the stabilizer shaft links. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .



5. Install the left tie rod end (1) to the steering knuckle.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

6. Tighten the following components.

Tighten

•	Tighten the stabilizer shaft insulator bracket bolts to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).

•	Tighten the outer tie rod end to steering knuckle retaining nut to 30 N·m (22 lb ft) plus an additional 180 degrees.

7. Install the front tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
8. Lower the vehicle.