Assembly Procedure
- Position the NEW steering linkage inner tie rod retaining washer (1) on the steering gear rack.
- Install the steering linkage inner tie rod to the steering gear rack.
- Place a pipe wrench on the steering gear rack next to the steering linkage inner tie rod housing (2).
- Place a torque wrench with a crows foot wrench attachment on the flats of the steering linkage inner tie rod housing (2) and tighten to 88 N.m (65 lb ft).
- Bend the tabs over on the steering linkage inner tie rod retaining washer in order to secure the inner tie rod.
- Install the steering gear boot. Refer to Steering Gear Boot Replacement .
- Lower the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .