Tie Rod End: Service and Repair

REMOVAL - OUTER TIE ROD END

NOTE: Do not twist the boot at anytime during removal or installation.

1. Loosen the jam nut.
2. Remove the outer tie rod end nut at the steering knuckle.





3. Separate the tie rod ball stud from the knuckle with Remover MB-991113.
4. Unthread the outer tie rod end from the inner tie rod.

INSTALLATION - OUTER TIE ROD END

NOTE: Do not twist the boot at anytime during removal or installation.





1. Thread the outer tie rod end onto the inner tie rod, to it's original position.
2. Install the outer tie rod end into the steering knuckle.
3. Tighten the ball stud nut on the steering knuckle to 81 Nm (60 ft. lbs.).
4. Tighten jam nut to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.).
5. Set wheel toe pattern.