Tie Rod: Service and Repair

Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement

Special Tools

J-24319-B - Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools (Tools and Equipment).

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair).

2. Use paint in order to place a match mark on the inner tie rod at the inner tie rod nut.
3. Loosen the rack and pinion inner tie rod nut.

4. Remove the rack and pinion outer tie rod end nut.
Discard the nut.

5. Use the J-24319-B - puller in order to separate the rack and pinion outer tie rod end from the steering knuckle.

Note: Count the number of rotations necessary to remove the rack and pinion outer tie rod end from the rack and pinion inner tie rod.

6. Remove the rack and pinion outer tie rod end from the rack and pinion inner tie rod.
7. Remove the rack and pinion inner tie rod nut.
Discard the nut.
8. Inspect the rack and pinion inner tie rod threads for any damage or debris. Clean or repair the rack and pinion inner tie rod as necessary.

Installation Procedure

1. Position the NEW rack and pinion inner tie rod nut at the match mark on the inner tie rod.

Note: Install the rack and pinion outer tie rod end the same number of rotations as counted during the removal.

2. Thread the rack and pinion outer tie rod end onto the rack and pinion inner tie rod.

3. Install the rack and pinion outer tie rod end to the steering knuckle.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

4. Install the NEW rack and pinion outer tie rod end nut and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
5. Tighten the rack and pinion outer tie rod end nut an additional 90 degrees.
6. Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair).
7. Measure and adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment (Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment).