Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement

Object ID: 4583602
Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

Steering Gear Boot Replacement

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Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod

Caution: Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Caution.

Caution: Holding the steering gear rack bar with anything other than a non-serrated adjustable wrench will cause damage to the steering gear

    Procedure
  1. Cover the steering gear rack bar with a clean shop towel.
  2. Hold the steering gear rack bar with a non-serrated adjustable wrench.
  3. Rotate the steering linkage inner tie rod housing counterclockwise to remove the tie rod.
  4. Rotate the steering linkage inner tie rod housing clockwise to install the tie rod.
  5. Measure and adjust the front toe.Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment
Tighten

105 N·m (77 lb ft)