Tie Rod Arm Replacement 16K Axles

1. Disconnect the tie rod end from the tie rod arm. Refer to Tie Rod Replacement .
2. Vehicles equipped with a cotter pin (8) remove and discard.
3. Remove the nut (7).

Important: Do not use heat on components to remove arms.

4. Drive the arm (5) from knuckle (6) with a suitable brass drift and hammer.

1. Install the new tie rod arm (5) with key supplied.




Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Important: 

•	Advance the nut (7) to the nearest cotter pin slot.

•	Do not back off the nut in order to insert a cotter pin.

2. Install a new nut (7).

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 1508 N·m (1112 lb ft).

3. Install a new cotter pin (8), if equipped.
4. Install the tie rod end to the tie rod arm. Refer to Tie Rod Replacement .