Installation Procedure
- Install the steering linkage outer tie rod (5) to the steering linkage inner tie rod (1). Do not tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod nut.
- Install the steering linkage outer tie rod (5) to the steering knuckle (4).
- Install the steering linkage outer tie rod nut (3) to the steering linkage outer tie rod (5).
Tighten: Tighten to 30 N.m (22 lb ft) plus an additional 115 degrees.
- Tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod nut (2).
- Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Adjust the wheel toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment .
Fig 1: Inner Tie Rod Assembly, Jam Nut, Outer Tie Rod End Stud Nut, Steering Knuckle & Outer Tie Rod End
IMPORTANT:
Install the steering linkage outer tie rod the same number of full rotations counted when removing.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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