Outer Tie Rod

Power Steering Gear:

Power Steering Gear - Legend:

^ Tool Required:
- J 24319-01 Steering Linkage Puller
- Or Equivalent

REMOVAL
Remove or disconnect the following:
1. Cotter pin (32) and hex slotted nut (31) from outer tie rod ball stud (28) or (40).
2. Loosen outer tie rod pinch bolt (27).
3. Outer tie rod (28) or (40) from steering knuckle using J 24319-01.
4. Outer tie rod (28) or (40) from tie rod adjuster (33).

INSTALLATION
Install or connect the following:
1. Outer tie rod (28) or (40) to tie rod adjuster (33).
2. Outer tie rod ball stud to steering knuckle.
3. Hex slotted nut (31) to tie rod ball stud (28) or (40).
^ Tighten hex slotted nut (31) to 50 Nm (35 ft. lbs.) maximum of 75 Nm (50 ft. lbs.) to install cotter pin.
4. Cotter pin (32) to hole in tie rod ball stud.
^ Adjust toe by turning tie rod adjuster (33).
^ Tighten outer tie rod pinch bolts (27) to 55 Nm (41 ft. lbs.).