Tie Rod: Service and Repair

Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement

Tools Required

J24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (4 Lug Wheel) Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (5 Lug Wheel).




3. Loosen the outer tie rod to inner tie rod jam nut.




4. Remove the tie rod to steering knuckle nut and discard.




5. Use the J 24319-B to separate the outer tie rod from the steering knuckle.




6. Remove the outer tie rod from the inner tie rod. Record the number of turns used in removal to aid in the installation.
7. Remove the outer to inner tie rod jam nut and discard.

Installation Procedure

1. Thoroughly clean the inner tie rod threads.




2. Install a new outer to inner tie rod jam nut.




3. Thread the outer tie rod onto the inner tie rod using the previously recorded thread count.




4. Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

5. Install a new outer tie rod nut.

Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft) plus 90 degrees.

6. Install the front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (4 Lug Wheel) Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (5 Lug Wheel).
7. Set the toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment.