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Tie Rod End - Inner




Tie Rod End - Inner





Removal and Installation

1. Remove the wheel and tire.

2. Turn the steering wheel fully in the direction of the inner tie-rod end that is being removed.

3. Loosen the tie-rod end jam nut.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

4. Remove and discard the outer tie-rod end nut.
- To install, tighten the new nut to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).

5. Using the Ball Joint Separator, separate the outer tie-rod end from the wheel knuckle and remove the tie rod.





6. Remove the tie-rod end jam nut.

7. Remove and discard the boot clamps and the steering gear boot.

8. Using a suitable tool, hold the steering gear rack.

9. Using a suitable tool, remove the inner tie-rod end.
- To install, tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).

10. NOTE: Using a suitable tool, hold the steering gear rack while tightening the inner tie rod.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

11. Check and, if necessary, adjust the front toe.