Outer Tie Rod End
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Dodge Journey and 2015 Dodge Journey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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).
- If it is not already installed, install the jam nut on the inner tie rod threads. Thread the jam nut down the inner tie rod far enough to allow for outer tie rod installation.
- Thread the outer tie rod onto the inner tie rod approximately the same amount of revolutions as the original was installed. Do not tighten the jam nut at this time.
- Install the outer tie rod end (6) into the hole in the knuckle (2) arm. Start a NEW tie rod mounting nut (3) 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 85 N.m (63 ft. lbs.).
- Install the tire and wheel assembly (1). Refer to 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 WHEEL ALIGNMENT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Tighten the tie rod jam nut to 75 N.m (55 ft. lbs.) once wheel toe is set.