Tie Rod Articulation Torque

Tie-Rod Articulation Torque

NOTE: This check may be done with the steering gear on or off the vehicle.

1. Disconnect the tie-rod-end from the front wheel knuckle. Refer to Power Steering.
2. Move the front wheel knuckle tie-rod back and forth 3 times.
3. Hook a spring scale over the tie-rod end, or the threaded portion of the front wheel knuckle tie-rod and measure the force required to move the front wheel knuckle tie-rod. Refer to General Specifications, Tie-Rod Articulation Torque.
4. If the force required to move the front wheel knuckle tie-rod does not meet the specifications, install a new front wheel knuckle tie-rod. Refer to Power Steering.