Installation [11/2016 - ]: Procedure

1. Install the lock nut and tie rod assembly LH to the steering gear assembly until the matchmarks are aligned.

   HINT: 

   After adjusting the toe-in, tighten the lock nut.

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   *a

   Matchmark

HINT: 

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

1. Install the steering link assembly to the front frame assembly with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.

   Torque: 70 N*m (714 kgf*cm, 52 ft.*lbf) 

   NOTE:

   • Make sure to tighten the bolts starting from the steering link assembly pinion shaft side.
   • Keep the nut from rotating while turning the bolt because the nut has its own stopper.

1. Install the front stabilizer bar with 2 front stabilizer links, 2 front No. 2 stabilizer brackets and 2 front No. 1 stabilizer bar bushings to the front frame assembly.

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 5

HINT: 

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 15

1. Connect the tie rod assembly LH to the steering knuckle with the nut.

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   Torque: 49 N*m (500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf) 

   NOTE:

   • Do not damage the ball joint dust cover.
   • Further tighten the nut up to 60° if the holes for the cotter pin are not aligned.
2. Install a new cotter pin.

HINT: 

Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

1. Align the matchmarks on the steering intermediate shaft assembly and steering link assembly.

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   *a

   Matchmark

2. Connect the steering intermediate shaft assembly to the steering link assembly.
3. Install a new bolt.

   Torque: 35.3 N*m (360 kgf*cm, 26 ft.*lbf) 

Torque: 103 N*m (1050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf) 

Refer to ADJUSTMENT [11/2016 - ]