Tools Required

J 24319-B Universal Steering Linkage Puller

1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle with suitable safety stands.
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .



3. Remove the cotter pin from the outer tie rod end.
4. Remove the nut (3) from the outer tie rod end.
5. Loosen the nut on the tie rod end sleeve.



6. Using the J 24319-B , remove the outer tie rod end from the tie rod arm assembly.
7. Remove the outer tie rod from the tie rod sleeve.
8. Inspect the following parts:

8.1.	The tie rod end for damage

8.2.	The tie rod end seals for excessive wear

8.3.	The ball stud threads for damage

8.4.	The adjuster tubes for bending or damaged threads

8.5.	Clean the tapered surfaces

1. Install the outer tie rod end (4) to the tie rod end sleeve (5).



2. Install the outer tie rod end (1) into the tie rod arm.

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.

3. Install the nut (3) to the outer tie rod end.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 88 N·m (65 lb ft).




4. Install the cotter pin.

4.1.	Align the cotter pin slot to the nut with the hole (2) through the tie rod stud.

4.2.	DO NOT back off the nut in order to align the slot.

5. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement in Wheel Alignment.
6. Tighten the tie rod sleeve nut.

Tighten
Tighten the sleeve nut to 104 N·m (77 lb ft).