Tie Rod: Service and Repair

Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement

Tools Required

KM-507-C Ball Joint Remover

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation Service and Repair in Tires and Wheels.
2. Mark the threads on the inner tie rod to aid in repositioning the adjusting nut.
3. Remove the outer tie rod nut and disconnect the outer tie rod from the steering knuckle using KM-507-C .




4. Loosen the outer tie rod adjusting nut and remove the outer tie rod by twisting it off the inner tie rod.

Installation Procedure




1. Reposition the adjusting nut to the marks on the inner tie rod.
2. Install the outer tie rod by twisting it onto the inner tie rod.




3. Connect the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
4. Perform a front toe adjustment. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment Front Toe Adjustment in Wheel Alignment.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

5. Install the adjusting nut.

Tighten the outer adjusting nut to 64 Nm (47 lb ft).

6. Install the outer tie rod nut.

Tighten the outer tie rod nut to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).

7. Install the wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation Service and Repair in Tires and Wheels.