Installation Procedure

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NOTE: All threads must be clean prior to LOCTITE® application. Check the LOCTITE®, or equivalent, container for the expiration date. Use only enough LOCTITE® to evenly coat the threads.

Apply LOCTITE® 262, or equivalent, to the steering gear inner tie rod threads.
Attach the steering linkage inner tie rod onto the steering gear rack.

Fig 1: View Of Inner Tie Rod Housing & Rack

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CAUTION: Refer to Pipe Wrench Positioning Caution .

Place a pipe wrench on the steering gear rack (1) next to the steering linkage inner tie rod housing (2).

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution

Tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod housing (2).
Tighten: Tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod to 150 N.m (111 lb ft).
Install the steering gear boot. Refer to Steering Gear Boot Replacement (HP2) or Steering Gear Boot Replacement (Without HP2) .