Tie-Rod End Replacement

Special Service Tool (SST) 

49 T028 3A0 Ball joint puller set

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Replacement Part 

1. Remove the wheel and tire. (See WHEEL AND TIRE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Remove the snap pin from the tie-rod end.

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3. Loosen the tie-rod end locknut.

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4. Detach the tie-rod end from the steering knuckle using the SST.

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5. Remove the locknut from the tie-rod end.

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6. Place alignment marks as shown in the figure for proper installation.

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7. Remove the tie-rod end.

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8. Place alignment marks on the new tie-rod end in the same positions as the removed tie-rod end.

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9. Place alignment marks as shown in the figure for proper installation.
   Fig 1: Tie-Rod End Bolt With Torque Specification

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   • If there are no alignment marks, go to the following procedure.
10. Adjust dimension A shown in the figure to the standard, then assemble the tie-rod end.

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    Standard 

    8.6-21.6 mm {0.34-0.85 in}

11. Install the tie-rod end to the steering knuckle.
    Fig 2: Tie-Rod End Lock Nut With Torque Specification

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12. Install a new snap pin to the tie-rod end.

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13. Verify that A and B shown in the figure are parallel while the vehicle is on the ground.

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    CAUTION:

    • Install the tie-rod end to the correct position. Otherwise, it could cause cracks on the tie-rod end boot.
    • If the installation position is not correct, perform the adjustment using the following procedure.
    1. Adjust the tie-rod end by rotating it so that it is at the correct position.

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14. Install the wheel and tire. (See WHEEL AND TIRE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
15. After installation, inspect the front wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT .)