Steering Linkage: Installation
- To install, reverse removal procedure. If relay rod components were disassembled, reassemble, and tighten plug. Loosen plug 1-1 1/2 turns.
- Adjust relay rod ends so relay rod length is approximately 42.34" (1075.4 mm) before installing. Adjust tie rod ends so tie rod length is approximately 47.51" (1206.7 mm) before installing.
- Tighten all fasteners to specification. Refer to the appropriate TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table. Lubricate all grease fittings. Adjust toe-in. See appropriate WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article in the WHEEL ALIGNMENT section as listed below.
- If idler arm was removed from idler arm bracket, install NEW oil seal. Coat oil seal lip with grease. Install idler arm in idler arm bracket.
- Install plate washer and nut. Tighten nut to specification. See appropriate TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table.
- On Pickup 4WD and 4Runner, attach INCH lb. torque wrench to idler arm nut. Rotate idler arm and note rotating torque. Replace bushings if rotating torque is not 5-26 INCH lbs. (.6-3 N.m).
- On all models, coat idler arm bracket cap sealing surface with sealant. Install idler arm bracket cap. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. On Pickup 2WD models, adjust tie rod ends so tie rod length is about 12.38" (314.5 mm) before installing. On Pickup 4WD and 4Runner models, adjust tie rod ends so tie rod length is about 12.93" (328.4 mm) before installing.
- On all models, tighten fasteners to specification. See appropriate TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table. Adjust toe-in. See appropriate WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article in the WHEEL ALIGNMENT section as listed below.