Tie Rod Assembly Note

Install the SST to the torque wrench as shown in the figure, set it on the tie rod, and measure dimensions A and L shown in the figure.

Fig 1: Measuring Tie Rod Dimensions
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Tighten the tie rod after calculating the tightening torque using the following formula.

Fig 2: Tightening Tie Rod Using Torque Wrench
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Tightening torque
- 69-98 N.m {7.1-9.9 kgf.m, 51-72 ft.lbf}
Calculation formula
- Tx(L/A)
- T:Tightening torque (69-98 N.m {7.1-9.9 kgf.m, 51-72 ft.lbf})
- L:Torque wrench effective length
- A:Length from center of tie rod to grip