Installation Procedure

IMPORTANT: Threads must be clean prior to LOCTITE® application. Check LOCTITE®, or equivalent, container for expiration date. Use only enough LOCTITE® to evenly coat threads.

Apply LOCTITE® 262, or equivalent, to the inner tie rod threads.
Attach the inner tie rod onto the rack.

NOTE: Refer to Pipe Wrench Positioning Notice .

Fig 1: View Of Inner Tie Rod Housing & Rack

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Place a pipe wrench on the rack (1) next to the inner tie rod housing (2).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten the inner tie rod housing (2).
Tighten: Tighten the inner tie rod to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
Install the rack and pinion boot. Refer to Rack and Pinion Boot Replacement .