Inner Tie Rod

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.

Remove the outer tie rod. Refer to TIE ROD, STEERING, REMOVAL .
Remove the tie rod jam nut from the inner tie rod.

Fig 1: View Of Heat Shield Over Steering Gear
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If servicing the right inner tie rod, remove the screws and push-pins securing the heat shield (1) over the right side of the steering gear (2). Remove the heat shield from over the bellows.

Fig 2: Bellows & Clamps
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Remove the clamp (3) securing the bellows (1) to the inner tie rod.
Remove the clamp (2) securing the bellows (1) to the steering gear body.
Remove the bellows.

Fig 3: Removing/Installing Inner Tie Rod
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Remove the travel restrictor (3) from the inner tie rod (1).
Install an appropriate inner tie rod removal tool on the inner tie rod (1) hex.
CAUTION:
If the inner tie rod cannot be removed using the specified tools, do not use a hammer or heat to loosen. Damage to the steering gear will occur. Replace the entire steering gear.
Unthread and remove the inner tie rod (1) from the steering gear (2).