Tie Rod End: Service and Repair

Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement

Tools Required

J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller


Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the front tire assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .





Important: Mark the location of the jam nut for installation.


3. Loosen the tie rod inner jam nut.





Important: Hold the ball stud to prevent turning during removal of the nut.


4. Remove the tie rod to knuckle nut. Discard the nut.





Notice: Do not free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or a wedge-type tool. Damage to the seal or bushing may result.

5. Use the J 24319-B to separate the tie rod from the steering knuckle.




6. Remove the outer tie rod from the inner tie rod.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the outer tie rod to the inner tie rod.
2. Connect the tie rod to the knuckle.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .

3. Install a new tie rod retention nut.

Tighten the nut to 25 N.m+90 degrees (18 lb ft)+90 degrees.

4. Install the front tire assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .
5. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement (Service and Repair) .