Front Tie Rod End Replacement
TIE ROD END REPLACEMENT - OUTERTOOLS REQUIRED
J 24319-01 Universal Steering Linkage Puller
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle with suitable safety stands. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove the torque prevailing nut from outer tie rod stud.
4. Loosen the jam nut (2) on the inner tie rod assembly (1).
5. Remove the outer tie rod assembly (2) from the steering knuckle (1) using J 24319-01.
6. Remove the outer tie rod assembly (3) from the inner tie rod assembly (1).
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect the outer tie rod assembly (3) to the inner tie rod (1). Do not tighten the jam nut (2).
2. Install the tie rod seal (2) to the outer tie rod assembly (1).
3. Connect the outer tie rod assembly (1) to the steering knuckle (2).
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Install the torque prevailing nut (3) to the outer tie rod stud (1).
Tighten
Tighten the torque prevailing nut (3) to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
5. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment (With Rear Wheel Steering) Measuring Wheel Alignment (Without Rear Wheel Steering) in Wheel Alignment.
IMPORTANT: Be sure the rack and pinion boot is not twisted after the toe adjustment.
6. Tighten the jam nut against the outer tie rod end.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 68 N.m (50 lb ft).