Tie Rod Assembly Note

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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 A And L
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Tighten the tie rod after calculating the tightening torque using the following formula.

Fig 2: Tightening Tie Rod

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Tightening Torque

70-95 N.m {7.2-9.6 kgf.m, 52-70 ft.lbf}

Calculation formula

T x (L/A) T: Tightening torque (70-95 N.m {7.2-9.6 kgf.m, 52-70 ft.lbf}) L: Torque wrench effective length A: Length from center of tie rod to grip