Removal and Installation — Steering Tie Rod End

Special Service Tools / General Equipment

Tie Rod End Remover

Removal

1. 1
   Remove the wheel and tire.
   Refer to: Wheels and Tires (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
2. 2
   1. Loosen the tie rod end jam nut.
      Torque: 66 lb-ft (90 N·m)

   2. Remove and discard the tie rod end nut.
      Torque: 35 lb-ft (48 N·m)

   3. NOTICE: Do not use a hammer to separate the outer tie rod end from the steering knuckle, or damage to the steering knuckle may result.

      NOTICE: Use care when installing the tie rod separator, or the outer tie rod end boot may be damaged.

      Separate the tie rod end from the steering knuckle.
      Use common service equipment: tie rod end remover.

   

3. 3
   Remove the tie rod end.

   

Installation

1. 1
   To install, reverse the removal procedure.
2. 2
   Check and adjust the front toe if necessary.
   Refer to: Front Toe Adjustment (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, General Procedures).