Installation Procedure

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Lubricate the tie rod threads with chassis lubricant.
Install the tie rod end (4) to the shaft (6).
Install the outer tie rod ball stud (3) to the steering knuckle (1).

Fig 1: Installing Tie Rod End
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CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Use the J 29193 in order to install the outer tie rod ball stud.
Tighten

Tighten the J 29193 to 54 N.m (40 lb ft) in order to seat the tapers.

Fig 2: Installing Outer Tie Rod Ball Stud
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Install the new prevailing torque nut (2) to the outer rod ball stud (3).
Tighten

Tighten the nut to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).

Fig 3: Installing Prevailing Torque Nut

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Adjust the front toe. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
Tighten the jam nut (5).
Tighten

Tighten the nut to 68 N.m (50 lb ft).