Fastener Tightening Specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Lift and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking: in General Information. (Link disabled for test).

Remove the Wheel and Tire. Refer to Wheel and Tire Removal in Wheels and Tires. (Link disabled for test).

Front Toe Adjustment. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment in Wheel Alignment. (Link disabled for test).

1

Nut, Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod

Tighten: to 60 N·m (44 lb ft)

2

Nut, Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Jamb

Tighten: to 60 N·m (44 lb ft)

3

Rod, Steering Linkage Outer Tie

Tip: Adjust the front toe angle after replacement.

Tools Required:J 24319-B Tie Rod Separator

4

Bolt, Intermediate Steering Shaft

Tighten: to 49 N·m (36 lb ft)

5

Shaft, Intermediate Steering

Steering Column. Refer to Assembly - Steering Column in Power Steering. (Link disabled for test).

6

Bolt, Steering Gear

Tighten:1st Pass to 70 N·m (52 lb ft) 2nd Pass plus 90°

7

Nut, Steering Gear

Tighten1st Pass to 70 N·m (52 lb ft) 2nd Pass plus 90°

8

Washer, Steering Gear

9

Gear, Steering

Tip: Rotate the steering gear 90 degrees and remove the gear from the left side of the vehicle.

10

Clamp, Steering Gear Boot

11

Clamp, Steering Gear Boot

Tools Required:J 22610 Keystone Clamp Pliers

12

Boot, Steering Gear