Installation

1. Thread outer tie rod onto inner tie rod.

IMPORTANT: Tie rod end threads must be thoroughly cleaned and lubricated before tightening nut. Lubricate only the thread part of the stud. Do not lubricate the smooth tapered portion of the stud.





2. Install outer tie rod into steering knuckle and torque castle nut.
- Torque: 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.)

IMPORTANT: If it is necessary to rotate the castle nut after tightening to orient it to the hole in the stud, always tighten the nut to align it; never loosen it.

3. Install new cotter pin into tie rod castle nut.
4. Hand tighten inner tie rod-to-outer tie rod jam nut.

NOTICE: Before installing wheels, remove rust or corrosion from wheel mounting surfaces and brake rotors/drums. Failure to do so can cause wheel lug nuts to loosen in service.

5. Position wheel onto hub.
6. Install wheel nuts and tighten in a crisscross pattern. Repeat tightening pattern to make sure torque is correct.
- Torque: 140 Nm (103 ft. lbs.)
7. Set toe. (Refer to Alignment.)