Inner Tie Rod: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Thoroughly clean and inspect all parts to be reused. Replace any parts as necessary.
- Using the special tool, install the inner tie-rod.
- Tighten to 100 Nm (74 lb-ft).
- Install the steering gear boot.
- Using the special tool, install the inner boot clamp.
- If installing the RH inner tie-rod, position the LH steering gear boot onto the steering gear.
- If installing the RH inner tie-rod, use the special tool and install the LH inner boot clamp.
- If installing the RH inner tie-rod, position the LH outer boot clamp onto the LH steering gear boot.
- Install the outer boot clamp.
- Install the outer tie-rod end lock nut on the inner tie-rod.
- Install the outer tie-rod end and the outer tie-rod end nut.
- Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft)
- Tighten the outer tie-rod end lock nut.
- Tighten to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).
- Check and if necessary, align the front end. For additional information, refer to SUSPENSION SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
CAUTION:
Thoroughly remove any abrasive material. This material is extremely harmful to the steering gear.
CAUTION:
Place the steering gear at the center position. Use a 15/16 inch crowfoot on the flat of the rack gear to resist rotation and to prevent damage during the removal of the inner tie-rod.
NOTE:
An assistant may be needed for installation of the RH inner tie-rod.
NOTE:
Lubricate the inner tie-rod grooves with steering gear grease where the steering gear boot is clamped.
NOTE:
Make sure the end of the boot is positioned between the groove on the inner tie-rod or an internal leak can result.
NOTE:
Make sure the end of the boot is positioned between the groove on the inner tie-rod or an internal leak can result.