Tools Required

J 24319-B Universal Steering Linkage Puller

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the front wheel Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.



3. Remove the tie rod ball stud nut.



4. Loosen the tie rod jam nut (2).




Notice: Do not attempt to free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or wedge type tool, because seal or bushing damage could result. Use the proper tool to separate all ball joints.

5. Use the J 24319-B in order to separate the outer tie rod (1) from the steering knuckle (2).



6. Remove the outer tie rod (3) from the inner tie rod (1).

1. Install the outer tie rod (3) to the inner tie rod (1). Do not tighten the tie rod jam nut (2).



2. Install the outer tie rod (2) to the steering knuckle (1).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.





Important: This is a prevailing torque type fastener. This fastener may be reused ONLY if:

•	The fastener and its counterpart are clean and free from rust

•	The fastener develops 2 N·m (18 lb in) of torque (drag) against its counterpart prior to the fastener seating.

If the fastener does not meet these criteria, REPLACE the fastener.
3. Install the tie rod ball stud nut.

Tighten
Tighten the tie rod ball stud nut to 30 N·m (22 lb ft) + 120 degrees (2 flats).

Important: Ensure that 2.5--4.5 tie rod end threads are visible beyond the tie rod nut nylon.

4. Install the front tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Inspect and adjust the toe as necessary. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment in Wheel Alignment.