Tie Rod: Service and Repair

Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement

Special Tools

J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the front tire/wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair).




2. Loosen the rack and pinion inner tie rod nut.




3. Remove the rack and pinion outer tie rod end nut and discard it.




4. Use puller J 24319-B to separate the rack and pinion outer tie rod end from the steering knuckle.





Note: Count the total number of complete rotations needed to remove the rack and pinion outer tie rod end from the rack and pinion inner tie rod.

5. Remove the rack and pinion outer tie rod end from the rack and pinion inner tie rod.
6. Remove the rack and pinion inner tie rod nut and discard it.

Installation Procedure





Note: Inspect the rack and pinion inner tie rod threads for any damage or debris. Clean, repair, or replace the rack and pinion inner tie rod as needed.

1. Install a rack and pinion inner tie rod nut.





Note: Install the rack and pinion outer tie rod end the same number of complete rotations counted when removing it prior.

2. Thread the rack and pinion outer tie rod end onto the rack and pinion inner tie rod.




3. Install the rack and pinion outer tie rod end to the steering knuckle.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

4. Install a new rack and pinion outer tie rod end nut.

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

5. Tighten the rack and pinion inner tie rod nut.
6. Install the front tire/wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair).
7. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment (Service and Repair).