Tools Required
• | J 24319-B
Universal Steering Linkage Puller |
• |
J 29193
Steering Linkage Installer (12 mm) |
Removal Procedure
- Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle with safety stands. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
- Remove the engine protection shield, if equipped. Refer to
Engine Protection Shield Replacement
.
Important: Do not reuse the nut.
- Remove the steering linkage shock absorber (2) ball stud nut (1).
- Remove the shock absorber ball stud from the relay rod using the
J 24319-B
.
Important: Do not reuse the nut.
- Remove the shock absorber mounting bolt (5) and the nut (6).
- Remove the shock absorber (4) from the vehicle.
- Inspect the following parts:
• | The shock absorber for leaks and damage |
• | The mounting bolts and the nuts for damage or corrosion |
Installation Procedure
- Install the shock absorber (4).
- Install the mounting bolt (5) and a new prevailing torque nut (6).
- Install the shock absorber ball stud (2) to the relay rod (3).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the
J 29193
.
- Tighten the steering linkage installer in order to seat the ball stud in the relay rod.
Tighten
Tighten the installer to 54 N·m (40 lb ft).
- Remove the
J 29193
.
- Install the prevailing torque nuts.
Tighten
• | Tighten the shock absorber mounting nut to 40 N·m (30 lb ft). |
• | Tighten the ball stud nut to 40 N·m (30 lb ft). |
- Install the engine protection shield, if equipped. Refer to
Engine Protection Shield Replacement
.
- Lower the vehicle.