Tie-Rod End Removal and Installation
Tie-Rod End Removal and InstallationRemoval
1. Hoist vehicle and remove wheel.
2. Remove split pin (1) and tie rod end castle nut (2).
3. Using special tool, remove tie rod end from knuckle.
Special tool
(A): 09913-65210
4. To facilitate adjustment after installation, put a mark (2) on tie rod thread indicating position of tie rod end lock nut (3). Then loosen lock nut and remove tie rod end (4) from tie rod (1).
Installation
1. Install tie rod end lock nut (3) and tie rod end (4) to tie rod (1). Tighten lock nut to mark (2) on tie rod thread.
2. Install tie rod end to knuckle (5). Tighten castle nut (6) till holes for split pin (7) are aligned but within specified torque range.
Tightening torque
Tie rod end castle nut (a): 35 - 55 Nm (3.5 - 5.5 kgf-m, 25.5 - 39.5 ft. lbs.)
3. Bend new split pin (7) as shown in figure.
4. After installing wheels, lower vehicle and tighten wheel nuts to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Wheel nuts (a): 85 Nm (8.5 kgf-m, 61.5 ft. lbs.)
5. Check that proper amount of toe-in is obtained.
6. After confirming proper amount of toe-in, tighten tie rod end lock nut to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Tie rod end lock nut (b): 45 Nm (4.5 kgf-m, 32.5 ft. lbs.)