TIE ROD END
STANDARD PROCEDURE
The tie rod end and ball stud seals should be inspected during all oil changes. If a seal is damaged, replace the tie rod.
CAUTION: If any steering components are replaced or serviced an alignment must be performed, to ensure the vehicle meets all alignment specifications.
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
NOTE: Mark the tie rod end jam nuts on the steering gear for easier installation.
3. Loosen the tie rod end jam nut (1) .
4. Remove the outer tie rod end (3) nut .
5. Separate the outer tie rod end (3) from the knuckle using tool C3894A.
NOTE: Count the number of turns when removing.
6. Remove the outer tie rod end (3) from the inner tie rod (2) .
INSTALLATION
1. Install the outer tie rod end (3) to the inner tie rod end (2) to the exact number of turns that it was removed .
2. Install the outer tie rod end (3) to the knuckle. Tighten the nut to 108 N·m (80 ft.lbs).
3. Tighten the jam nut to 75 N·m (55 ft.lbs).
4. Install the tire and wheel assembly. (Refer to 22 - TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
5. Reset the toe and center the steering wheel (Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE).