Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement

Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement

Removal Procedure





Note: After removing the steering gear boot, inspect the steering gear inner tie rod for evidence of corrosion or contamination. If none is evident, continue with the repair. If corrosion or contamination is evident, replace the steering gear.

1. Remove the steering gear from the vehicle. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement (Steering Gear).
2. Remove the dust boot from the steering gear.

Note: The pipe wrench must be placed at the valve end of the steering gear and positioned up against the inner tie rod housing.

3. Place a pipe wrench on the flats on the steering gear rack (1) next to the steering gear inner tie rod (2).
4. Place a wrench on the flats of the steering gear inner tie rod (2).
5. Rotate the steering gear inner tie rod (2) counterclockwise, while holding the steering gear rack stationary, until the steering gear inner tie rod separates from the steering gear rack (1).

Installation Procedure





Note: All threads must be clean prior to LOCTITE(R) application. Check the LOCTITE(R), or equivalent, container for the expiration date. Use only enough LOCTITE(R) to evenly coat the threads.

1. Apply LOCTITE(R) Three-bond 1374, or equivalent, to the steering gear inner tie rood threads.
2. Attach the steering gear inner tie rod onto the steering gear rack.
3. Place a pipe wrench on the flats on the steering gear rack (1) next to the steering gear inner tie rod (2).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

4. Tighten the steering gear inner tie rod (2).

Tighten the steering gear inner tie rod to 128 Nm (94 lb ft).

5. Install the dust boot from the steering gear.
6. Install the steering gear from the vehicle. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement (Steering Gear).