Installation Procedure

Important:  Use the same number of turns that was used during removal.

1. Install the outer tie rod to the inner tie rod. Do not tighten the jam nut at this time.
   Fig 1: Installing Outer Tie Rod To Inner Tie Rod

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2. Connect the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
   NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
3. Install the outer tie rod retaining nut.

   Tighten 

   Tighten the nut to 70 N.m (52 lb ft).

4. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Adjust the front toe. Refer to FRONT TOE ADJUSTMENT in Wheel Alignment.
   Fig 2: Connecting Outer Tie Rod To Steering Knuckle

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