Outer Tie Rod End

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 RAM Pickup and 2011 RAM Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

All views are typical.

Fig 1: Tie Rod End

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NOTE:

Do not twist the boot at anytime during removal or installation.

Thread the outer tie rod end (3) onto the inner tie rod (2), to it's original position.

Fig 2: Locating Grease & Tie Rod End Boot
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NOTE:
If a new tie rod end is to be installed, make sure the boot (2) is properly lubricated.
Clean all old grease and debris from the boot (2) with a clean cloth.
Apply outer tie rod grease P/N 68088623AA (1) to the tie rod end boot (2).

Fig 3: Tie Rod End
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Install the outer tie rod end (3) into the steering knuckle.
Tighten the ball stud nut on the ball stud to 61 N.m (45 ft. lbs.) then an additional 90°.
Set wheel toe pattern. Refer to Wheel Alignment , Standard Procedure .
Tighten jam nut (1) to 127 N.m (94 ft. lbs.).