Inner Tie Rod

INNER TIE ROD

1. Remove outer tie rod. Tie Rod End - Removal
2. Remove tie rod jam nut from inner tie rod.





NOTE: If equipped with All-Wheel-Drive, it may be necessary to remove heat shield (3) above inner tie rod bellows (2) to allow better access to bellows clamp.






3. Remove clamp (1) securing bellows (3) to inner tie rod.
4. Remove clamp (2) securing bellows (3) to steering gear body.
5. Remove bellows (3).





6. Install appropriate inner tie rod removal tool on inner tie rod hex (1).

CAUTION: If inner tie rod cannot be removed using specified tools, do not use a hammer or heat to loosen. Damage to steering gear will occur. Replace entire steering gear.

7. Unthread and remove inner tie rod (2).





8. Remove travel restrictor (2) from rack gear (3).