Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Locating Idler Arm To Relay Rod Retaining Nut

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Install the relay rod to the vehicle.
Install the relay rod to the pitman arm and idler arm.

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the new relay rod to the idler arm retaining nut and tighten to 63 N.m (47 lb ft).

Fig 2: Pitman Arm To Relay Rod Nut (Non Rack and Pinion)

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Install the new relay rod to the pitman arm retaining nut and tighten to 63 N.m (47 lb ft).

Fig 3: Identifying Inner Tie Rods

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Install the inner tie rods to the relay rod.

Fig 4: Locating Inner Tie Rod To Relay Rod Retaining Nut

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Install the inner tie rods to relay rod retaining nuts.

Fig 5: Identifying Inner Tie Rod To Relay Rod Retaining Nut

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Tighten the inner tie rods to relay rod retaining nuts using J 34028 to 112 N.m (83 lb ft).
Lower the vehicle.
Verify the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .