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Tie Rod End Outer, Motorhome

Tie Rod End Outer, Motorhome

Special Service Tool(s):




Special Service Tool(s)

Removal

NOTE: Replace the front wheel spindle tie rod if the ball stud is loose in the socket or the front wheel spindle tie rod is bent. Replace the front suspension steering ball stud dust seal if any nicks, cuts or tears are present. Do not attempt to straighten a bent front wheel spindle tie rod.

NOTE: The RH front wheel spindle tie rod is shown, the LH front wheel spindle tie rod is similar.

1. Remove the wheel.






2. Loosen the adjusting sleeve clamp.






3. Remove the cotter pin and castellated nut. Discard the cotter pin.






4. Disconnect the front wheel spindle tie rod. Use the Steering Arm Remover.
5. Remove the front wheel spindle tie rod.
- Note the number of turns required to remove the front wheel spindle tie rod.

Installation










1. Follow the removal procedure in reverse order. Install a new cotter pin.
2. Check the toe-in and clear vision settings.