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Outer Tie Rod

Fig. 24 Exploded View Of Power Rack & Pinion Assembly:




Fig. 25 Outer Tie Rod Assembly:






1. Remove cotter pin, then hex slotted nut from outer tie rod ball stud, Figs. 24 and 25.
2. Loosen outer tie rod pinch bolts, then separate outer tie rod from steering knuckle using steering linkage puller, tool No. J 24319-01, or equivalent.
3. Remove outer tie rod from tie rod adjuster.
4. Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
a. Torque hex slotted nut to 35 ft. lbs., with a maximum of 50 ft. lbs. to install cotter pin.
b. Adjust toe by turning tie rod adjuster.
c. Torque pinch bolts to 41 ft. lbs.