Tie-rod End Assembly Note

Align the marks that were made before removing the tie-rod end, and assemble the tie-rod end to the tie rod.

Fig 1: Alignment Mark On Tie-Rod End
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NOTE:
- When newly replacing a tie-rod end, place alignment marks on the new part in the same position as the remove tie-rod end.
Fig 2: Alignment Mark On Tie-Rod End
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Verify that dimension A shown in the figure is within the specification.

Fig 3: Tie-Rod Screw End Dimension
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Specification

8.9-21.9 mm {0.36-0.86 in}
- If not within the specification, make adjustments so that dimension A is within the specification.