Tie-Rod End Replacement

Remove the snap pin from the tie-rod end.

Fig 1: Removing Snap Pin From Tie-Rod End
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Loosen the locknut of the tie-rod end.

Fig 2: Loosening Locknut Of Tie-Rod End
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Using the SST, disconnect the steering knuckle and tie-rod end.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Steering Knuckle And Tie-Rod End Using SST
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Remove the locknut from the tie-rod end.

Fig 4: Removing Locknut From Tie-Rod End
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Place alignment marks as shown in the figure for proper installation.

Fig 5: Placing Alignment Marks
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Remove the tie-rod end.

Fig 6: Removing Tie-Rod End
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Place alignment marks on the new tie-rod end in the same positions as the removed tie-rod end.

Fig 7: Place Alignment Marks On Tie-Rod End Same Position
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Align the marks that were made before removing the tie-rod end, and assemble the tie-rod end to the tie rod.

Fig 8: Aligning Marks On Tie-Rod End Assembly
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Verify that dimension A shown in the figure is within the specification.

Fig 9: Checking Dimension A
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Specification

54-67 mm {2.2-2.6 in}
- If not within the specification, make adjustments so that dimension A is within the specification.
Install the tie-rod end to the steering knuckle.

Fig 10: Installing Tie-Rod End To Steering Knuckle
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Install a new snap pin to the tie-rod end.

Fig 11: Installing Snap Pin To Tie-Rod End
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After installation, inspect the front wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT .)