Installation Procedure

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IMPORTANT: All threads must be clean prior to LOCTITE® application. Check the LOCTITE®, or equivalent, container for the expiration date. Use only enough LOCTITE® to evenly coat the threads.

Apply LOCTITE® 262, or equivalent, to the steering gear inner tie rod threads.
Attach the steering linkage inner tie rod onto the steering gear rack.

NOTE: Refer to Pipe Wrench Positioning Notice .

Fig 1: View Of Inner Tie Rod Housing & Rack

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Place a pipe wrench on the steering gear rack (1) next to the steering linkage inner tie rod housing (2).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod housing (2).
Tighten: Tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
Install the steering gear boot. Refer to Steering Gear Boot Replacement - On Vehicle .