Installation Procedure
- Transfer the match marks from the old steering linkage inner tie rod to the new steering linkage inner tie rod.
Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod (1) - Install
- CAUTION:
Holding the steering gear rack bar with anything other than a non-serrated adjustable wrench will cause damage to the steering gear.
Hold the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear bar (2) with a non-serrated adjustable wrench.
- Using a universal inner tie rod wrench, tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod (1). Fastener Specifications
- Remove the shop towel from the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear bar (2).
Position a NEW steering gear boot inner clamp (1) on the steering gear boot (2).
Steering Gear Boot (1) - Install
Using the CH-22610 Keystone Clamp Pliers (1), tighten the steering gear boot inner clamp (2).
Steering Gear Boot Clamp (3) - Install - Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type
- Install the steering linkage tie rod adjuster nut (4) until aligned with the previously placed matched mark on the steering linkage inner tie rod.
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod (1) - Install
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Tighten the steering linkage tie rod adjuster nut (1) during the front toe adjustment procedure.
- Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
- Measure and adjust the front toe. Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment
Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Caution .