Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement

Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement

Special Tools

J 42188 - Ball Joint Separator

Removal Procedure




1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.

2. Remove the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation Removal and Replacement.

3. Loosen, do not remove, the outer tie rod end stud nut (2) from the outer tie rod end ball stud.

4. Install J 42188 - ball joint separator between the steering knuckle and the outer tie rod end stud.

5. Tighten the nut on J 42188 - ball joint separator until the steering knuckle and the outer tie rod end stud separate.

6. Remove J 42188 - ball joint separator and the outer tie rod end stud nut.




7. Remove the outer tie rod end stud (5) from the steering knuckle (4).

8. Loosen the jam nut (2) on the inner tie rod assembly.

9. Remove the outer tie rod end (5) from the inner tie rod assembly (1).

Installation Procedure




1. Install the outer tie rod end (5) to the inner tie rod assembly (1). Do not tighten the jam nut.

2. Install the outer tie rod end stud (5) to the steering knuckle (4).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

3. Install the outer tie rod end stud nut (3) to the outer tie rod end stud (5).

1. Tighten the outer tie rod end stud nut to 30 Nm (22 lb ft) to seat the stud.

2. Turn the nut an additional 120 degrees.




4. Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation Removal and Replacement.

5. Lower the vehicle.

Note: Do not twist the rack and pinion boot during toe adjustment.

6. Adjust the wheel toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment.