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Tie Rod End - LH - Remove And Replace: Removal

  1. Remove the road wheel Wheel (Remove And Install) .
  2. Loosen the tie rod end jam nut (torque 70 N.m).
    CAUTION: To prevent tie rod damage, always restrain the tie rod with a wrench when loosening or tightening the jam nut.
  3. Restrain the tie rod ball-pin with a wrench and remove and discard the nut that secures the tie rod end to the steering arm (torque 103.5 N.m).
    CAUTION: To prevent ball joint damage, always hold the ball joint pin with a wrench while loosening or tightening the lock nut.
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  4. Release the tie rod end from the knuckle.
  5. Noting the number of turns required, unscrew the tie rod end.
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