Tie-Rod End Replacement

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Remove the snap pin.

Fig 1: Identifying Snap Pin
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Loosen the tie-rod end locknut.
Detach the tie-rod end from the steering knuckle using the SST .

Fig 2: Detaching Tie-Rod End From Steering Knuckle Using SST
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Remove the tie-rod end locknut.
Place alignment marks as shown in the figure for proper installation.

Fig 3: Identifying Alignment Mark On Tie-Rod
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Remove the tie-rod end.

Fig 4: Identifying Tie-Rod End
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Align the alignment marks made before removing the tie-rod end, and then install a new tie-rod end to the tie rod.

Fig 5: Identifying Alignment Mark On Tie-Rod
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- If there are no alignment marks, go to the following procedure.
Adjust dimension A shown in the figure to the standard, and assemble.

Fig 6: Adjusting Tie-Rod End Nut Dimension
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Standard Dimension A
- 10.1-23.1 mm {0.398-0.909 in}
Install the tie-rod end to the steering knuckle.

Fig 7: Identifying Tie-Rod End Pin And Nut With Torque Specification
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Install a new snap pin.
After installation, inspect the front wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT .)