Tools Required

J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller

1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle with suitable safety stands. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .



3. Remove the torque prevailing nut from outer tie rod stud.



4. Loosen the jam nut (2) on the inner tie rod assembly (1).



5. Remove the outer tie rod assembly (2) from the steering knuckle (1) using J 24319-B .



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

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



2. Install the tie rod seal (2) to the outer tie rod assembly (1).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

3. Connect the outer tie rod assembly (1) to the steering knuckle (2).
4. Install the torque prevailing nut (3) to the outer tie rod stud (1).

Tighten
Tighten the torque prevailing nut (3) to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

Important: Be sure the rack and pinion boot is not twisted after the toe adjustment.

5. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .