Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement (Electronic Power Steering)

Special Tools

CH-6247 Removal and Installation Tool for the Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.

Removal Procedure

1. 1
   Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. 2
   Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
3. 3
   Remove the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.
4. 4
   Remove the steering gear boot. Refer to Steering Gear Boot Replacement.

   

5. 5
   Remove the steering linkage inner tie rod with CH-6247 remover/installer .

Installation Procedure

1. Apply threadlock compound to the threads of the inner tie rod.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

1. 1
   Install the steering linkage inner rod using the CH-6247 remover/installer and tighten to 105 N·m.
2. 2
   Install the steering gear boot. Refer to Steering Gear Boot Replacement.
3. 3
   Install the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.
4. 4
   Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
5. 5
   Measure the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement.
6. 6
   Adjust front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment.
7. 7
   Center the steering angle sensor. Refer to Steering Angle Sensor Centering.