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Outer Tie Rod End

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NOTE: If the outer tie rod end is equipped with a lubrication fitting, grease the joint, then road test the vehicle before performing test.
  1. Raise the front of the vehicle. Place safety floor stands under both lower control arms as far outboard as possible. Lower the vehicle to allow the stands to support some or all of the vehicle weight.
  2. Remove the front tire and wheel assemblies. (Refer to TIRES/WHEELS - REMOVAL)
  3. Mount a dial indicator solidly to the vehicle steering knuckle and then zero the dial indicator.
  4. Position indicator plunger on the head of the outer tie rod end.
    NOTE: The dial indicator plunger must be perpendicular to the machined surface of the outer tie rod end.
  5. Position a pry bar in order to pry downwards on the outer tie rod end.
  6. If the travel exceeds 0.5 mm (0.020 in.), replace the outer tie rod end. (Refer to STEERING/GEAR/TIE ROD - REMOVAL) 
  7. If the outer tie rod end is within specs reinstall the front tire and wheels. (Refer to TIRES/WHEELS - INSTALLATION)
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