Relay Rod Replacement (Dual Rear Wheels or Crew Cab With SRW)

Relay Rod Replacement (Dual Rear Wheels or Crew Cab With SRW)

Special Tools

J 24319-B - Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools Steering Linkage.

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the engine shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .

2. Remove the steering linkage shock absorber from the relay rod, if equipped. Refer to Steering Linkage Shock Absorber Replacement Service and Repair.

3. Remove the steering linkage outer tie rods. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.





4. Remove the idler arm nut (6).

Discard the nut.

5. Separate the idler arm (1) from the relay rod (5) using the J 24319-B - puller.

6. Remove the pitman arm nut (4).

Discard the nut.

7. Separate the pitman arm (2) from the relay rod using the J 24319-B - puller.

8. Remove the relay rod assembly from the vehicle.

9. Remove the inner tie rods from the relay rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement Steering Linkage (Non-Rack & Pinion).

10. Inspect the threads and seals on all steering related components. Repair or replace the components as necessary.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the inner tie rods to the relay rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement Steering Linkage (Non-Rack & Pinion).





2. Position the relay rod assembly in the vehicle.

Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

3. Install a NEW pitman arm nut (4) and tighten to 125 Nm (92 lb ft).

4. Install a NEW idler arm nut (6) and tighten to 113 Nm (83 lb ft).

5. Install the steering linkage outer tie rods. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.

6. Install the steering linkage shock absorber to the relay rod, if equipped. Refer to Steering Linkage Shock Absorber Replacement Service and Repair.

7. Install the engine shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .

8. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement Wheel Alignment Measurement and/or Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment.