Tie Rod End: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Jack up vehicle and remove wheel.





2. Remove split pin and tie end castle nut.





3. Using special tool, remove tie rod end from knuckle.
Special Tool:
(A): 09913-65210





4. To facilitate adjustment after installation, put a mark on tie rod thread indicating position of tie rod end lock nut. Then loosen lock nut and remove tie rod end from tie rod.

INSPECTION
Tie-rod End Ball Joint





Inspect for play in tie-rod end ball joint. If found defective, replace.

INSTALLATION





1. Install tie rod end lock nut and tie rod end to tie rod. Tighten lock nut to mark on tie rod thread.
2. Install tie rod end to knuckle. Tighten castle nut till holes for split pin are aligned but within specified torque range.
Tightening Torque (a): 45 Nm (4.5 kg-m, 32.5 ft. lbs.)





3. Bend split pin as shown in figure.





4. After installing wheels, lower vehicle and tighten wheel nuts to specified torque.
5. Check that proper amount of toe-in is obtained.





6. After confirming proper amount of toe-in, tighten tie rod end lock nut to specified torque.
Tightening Torque (b): 45 Nm (4.5 kg-m, 32.5 ft. lbs.)