Steering Linkage

The steering linkage connects both front wheels to the steering gear through the pitman arm. The pitman arm, idler arm, and relay rod form a parallel type steering linkage. The right and left tie rods are attached to the relay rod by ball studs. On some models, a steering shock absorber is attached to the relay rod. The tie rods have adjuster tubes for toe-in adjustments. There are lubrication fittings at each joint. Prevailing torque nuts are used at the inner tie rod-joints and castle nuts secured with cotter pins at the outer tie rod joints.

Important: Whenever any steering linkage components are repaired or replaced, check the steering geometry and front end alignment.