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Tie Rod Articulation Torque Test

NOTE:
  • This check may be done with the steering gear on or off the vehicle.
  1. Disconnect the tie rod end from the front wheel spindle; See STEERING GEAR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - 4X2 .
  2. Move the front wheel spindle tie rod back and forth three times.
  3. Hook Spring Scale 211-034 (T74P-3504-4) or equivalent over the tie rod end or the threaded portion of the tie rod and measure the force required to move the tie rod. See TIE ROD ARTICULATION TORQUE  and STEERING SPECIFICATIONS .
  4. If the force required to move the spindle does not meet the specifications, replace the tie rod; See STEERING GEAR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - 4X2 .
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