Outer Tie Rod

OUTER TIE ROD










1. If it is not already installed, install the jam nut (2) on the inner tie rod threads (1).

NOTE: Be sure the collar (5) is installed on the inner tie rod with the flat end of the collar against the jam nut and the open end of the collar facing the outer tie rod (4).

2. If it is not already installed, install the collar (5) on the inner tie rod (1).
3. Thread the outer tie rod (4) onto the inner tie rod (1) approximately the same amount of revolutions as the original was installed.
4. Position the collar (5) around the end of the outer tie rod (4).
5. Thread the jam nut (2) down the inner tie rod far enough to hold the collar in place on the outer tie rod. Do not tighten the jam nut at this time.





6. Place the tie rod heat shield (4) on the knuckle arm (3) so that the shield is positioned straight away from the steering gear and tie rod end once installed. Align the hole in the shield with the tie rod end mounting hole.
7. Install the outer tie rod (1) ball stud into the hole in the knuckle arm (3). Start the tie rod mounting nut (2) onto the stud. While holding the tie rod end stud with a wrench, tighten the nut with a wrench or crowfoot wrench. Tighten the nut to 55 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).





8. Install the tire and wheel assembly (1) Tires and Wheels - Installation. Install and tighten wheel mounting nuts (3) to 135 Nm (100 ft. lbs.).
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Adjust the front wheel toe setting. Service and Repair.
11. Tighten the tie rod jam nut to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.) once wheel toe is set.