Tools Required
J 24319-B
Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
- Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to
Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
.
- Remove the outer tie rod retaining nut. Discard the nut.
Notice: 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.
- Disconnect the outer tie rod from the steering knuckle using
J 24319-B
.
- Loosen the jam nut and remove the outer tie rod from the inner tie rod. Discard the jam nut.
- Clean the tapered surface of the steering knuckle.
Installation Procedure
- Lubricate the inner tie rod threads with a suitable chassis lubricant before installing the outer tie rod .
- Install the NEW jam nut to the outer tie rod.
- Install the outer tie rod to the inner tie rod.
- Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the NEW outer tie rod retaining nut.
Tighten
• | Tighten the outer tie rod retaining nut to 45 N·m (33 lb ft) plus 95 degrees. |
• | Tighten the outer tie rod end jam nut to 70 N·m (52 lb ft). |
- Install the tire and wheel. Refer to
Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Adjust the front toe. Refer to
Front Toe Adjustment
.