Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod And Nut

Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure  Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
1	Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut Refer to FASTENER CAUTION . Procedure  Install NEW nut. Tighten  35 Nm (26 lb ft) + 40 degrees
2	Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut Tighten  60 Nm (44 lb ft)
3	Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Procedure  Use the CH-49455  Remover to separate the steering linkage outer tie rod from the steering knuckle. Inspect the steering linkage inner tie rod for bent or damaged threads. Clean the tapered surface of the steering knuckle. Lubricate the steering linkage inner tie rod threads with chassis lubricant. Refer to FLUID AND LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS . Adjust the front toe. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STEERING WHEEL ANGLE AND/OR FRONT TOE ADJUSTMENT . Check Toe in. Adjust if necessary. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS Calibrate the Steering Angle Sensor. Refer to STEERING ANGLE SENSOR CENTERING Special Tools  CH-49455  Ball Joint Remover For equivalent regional tools, refer to SPECIAL TOOLS .