Inner Tie Rod: Installation

Remove old Loctite(R) from rack and inner tie rod threads. Apply Loctite No. 262(R), or equivalent, to inner tie rod threads. Screw inner tie rod onto rack threads. Place towel over rack teeth and position Tie Rod Wrench (SA9209C) over shop towel to rigidly hold and support rack. See Fig 1 .
While holding rack with wrench, tighten inner tie rod to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Slide shock damper up against inner tie rod. Apply grease to areas on steering gear and inner tie rod where boot will make contact when installed. Install steering gear boot and clamps. Ensure boot is not twisted or puckered.
Thread jam nut onto inner tie rod. Thread outer tie rod end onto inner tie rod. To complete installation, reverse remainder of removal procedure. Check front wheel toe. See appropriate SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article in WHEEL ALIGNMENT.

Fig 1: Removing Inner Tie Rod From Rack

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