Tie Rod Removal
Remove cotter pins and retaining nuts at both ends of tie rod, and from end of connecting rod where it attaches to tie rod. Remove nut attaching steering damper push rod to tie-rod bracket and move damper aside. Remove tie-rod ends from steering arms and connecting rod using puller or expansion fork. To install, reverse removal procedure. If required, replace rubber bushings in steering damper eyelets.
TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft.Lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1965-71 All Models | |||
| Steering Bellcrank Nut | 70-90 | ||
| Tie Rod Nuts | 38-42 | ||
| 7/16" Dia. Clamp Bolt | 50-70 | ||
| 1972-74 All Models | |||
| Tie Rod (Center Link) Stud Nuts | 30-40 | ||
| Tie Rod (Center Link) Clamp Bolt | |||
| CJ-5, CJ-6, & Commando | 10-15 | ||
| Wagoneer & Truck | 20-30 | ||
| Steering Arm | 110-140 | ||