Special Tools

J 24319-B Universal Steering Linkage Puller

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.



3. Remove the prevailing torque nut (2) from the outer tie rod assembly (1).



4. Loosen the jam nut (2) on the inner tie rod assembly (1).

Caution: Do not attempt to disconnect a steering linkage joint by driving a wedge between the joint and the attached part. Seal damage may result which will cause premature failure of the joint.




5. Remove the outer tie rod assembly from the steering knuckle using J 24319-B .



6. Remove the outer tie rod assembly (3) from the inner tie rod assembly (1).

1. Install the outer tie rod assembly (3) to the inner tie rod assembly (1). Do NOT tighten the jam nut (2).



2. Install the outer tie rod assembly (2) to the steering knuckle (1).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.




3. Install the prevailing torque nut (2) to the outer tie rod assembly (1).

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 30 N·m (22 lb ft) plus 120 degrees. Visually inspect to ensure that 2 ½ to 4 ½ threads are visible past the nylon washer.




4. Install tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Perform a front end alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement.