Tie Rod End: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Hoist vehicle and remove wheel.





2. Remove split pin and tie rod end castle nut from steering knuckle.





3. Disconnect tie rod end from knuckle, using special tool (A).

Special Tool (A): 09913-65210 or equivalent.





4. For ease of adjustment after installation, make marking of tie rod end lock nut position on tie rod thread. Then loosen lock nut and remove tie rod end from tie rod.

INSTALLATION





1. Install tie rod end lock nut and tie rod end to tie rod. Align lock nut with mark on tie rod thread.
2. Connect tie rod end to knuckle. Tighten castle nut until holes for split pin are aligned, but only within specified torque.





3. Bend split pin as shown.

Tightening Torque (a): 43 Nm (31.5 ft. lbs.)

4. Inspect for proper toe.





5. After confirming proper toe, tighten tie rod end lock nut to specified torque.

Tightening Torque (b): 65 Nm (47.0 ft. lbs.)

6. Tighten wheel nuts to specified torque and lower hoist.