Tie-Rod End Replacement

Remove the snap pin.
Loosen the tie-rod end locknut.

Fig 1: Identifying Snap Pin
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Detach the tie-rod end from the steering knuckle using the SST .
Remove the tie-rod end lockout.

Fig 2: Removing Tie-Rod End Lockout
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Place alignment marks as shown in the figure for proper installation.

Fig 3: Identifying Tie Rod Alignment Marks
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Remove the tie-rod end.

Fig 4: Identifying Tie-Rod End
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Align the alignment marks made before removing the tie-rod end, and then install a new tie-rod end to the tie rod.
- If there are no alignment marks, go to the following procedure.
  
  Fig 5: Alignment Marks On Tie Rod With Torque Specifications
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Adjust dimension A shown in the figure to the standard, and assemble.
Standard Dimension A

10.1-23.1 mm (0.398-0.909 in}

Fig 6: Adjust Tie Rod Dimension A
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Install the tie-rod end to the steering knuckle.
Install a new snap pin.
After installation, inspect the front wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT .)

Fig 7: Tie Rod End Bolts With Torque Specifications
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