Outer Tie Rod End
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Jeep Patriot and 2009 Jeep Compass. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If it is not already installed, install the jam nut (5) on the inner tie rod threads.
- Thread the outer tie rod (4) onto the inner tie rod approximately the same amount of revolutions as the original was installed.
- Thread the jam nut (5) down the inner tie rod far enough to hold the outer tie rod. Do not tighten the jam nut at this time.
- Install the outer tie rod ball stud into the hole in the knuckle arm (3). Start a NEW 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 132 N.m (97 ft. lbs.).
- Install the tire and wheel assembly (1). Refer to Tires and Wheels - Installation . Install and tighten wheel mounting nuts (3) to 135 N.m (100 ft. lbs.).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Adjust the front wheel toe setting. Refer to Front Suspension/Wheel Alignment - Standard Procedure .
- Tighten the tie rod jam nut to 75 N.m (55 ft. lbs.) once wheel toe is set.