Center Link: Service and Repair

Relay Rod Replacement (RWD)

^ Tools Required
- J 6627-A Tie Rod Puller
- J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle with safety stands. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the inner tie rods ball stud nuts.

Important: Use the proper tool in order to separate all ball joints.





3. Disconnect the inner tie rods ball studs from the relay rod using J 6627-A.
4. Remove the relay rod ball stud nut at the pitman arm.





5. Disconnect the relay rod ball stud from the pitman arm using J24319-B.
6. Remove the relay rod ball stud nut at the idler arm.





7. Disconnect the relay rod from the idler arm using J 24319-B.
8. Remove the relay rod.
9. Inspect the following components:
^ The threads on the tie rod for damage
^ The threads on the tie rod end for damage
^ The ball stud threads for damage
^ The ball stud seals for excessive wear
10. Clean the threads on the ball stud and ball stud nut.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the relay rod ball stud to the idler arm. Ensure that the seal is on the stud.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the new nut to the relay rod ball stud at the idler arm.
^ Tighten the relay rod ball stud nut at the idler arm to 47 Nm (35 inch lbs.).





3. Install the relay rod ball stud to the pitman arm. Ensure that the seal is on the stud.
4. Install the new nut to the relay rod ball stud at the pitman arm.
^ Tighten the relay rod ball stud nut at the pitman arm to 48 Nm (36 ft. lbs.).





5. Install the inner tie rod ball studs to the relay rod. Ensure that the seal is on the stud.
6. Install the new nuts to the inner tie rod ball studs.
^ Tighten the inner tie rod ball studs nuts to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Adjust the front toe.