Rack and Pinion Inner Tie Rod Replacement

Rack and Pinion Inner Tie Rod Replacement
^ Tools Required
- J 34028 Inner Tie Rod Wrench

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove the rack and pinion boot.

Notice: Do not change the rack bearing preload adjustment before removing the inner tie rod from the steering rack. This could cause damage to the pinion or the steering rack or both.

4. Remove the inner tie rod (5) from the rack assembly (1) as follows:
1. Place a wrench on the flats of the inner tie rod housing (4)
2. Rotate the inner tie rod housing (4) counterclockwise until the inner tie rod (5) separates from the rack (3).





5. Remove the old Loctite from the threads of the rack (1) and the inner tie rod (2).

Installation Procedure





Important: The threads must be clean prior to the Loctite application. Check the Loctite, or equivalent, container for expiration date. Use only enough Loctite� to evenly coat the threads.

1. Apply Loctite 262, or equivalent, to the inner tie rod threads (2).
2. Install the inner tie rod (3) to the rack and pinion (1).





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

3. Install a torque wrench (5) to the J 34028 to tighten the inner tie rod (6). Hold the rack while tightening the tie rod as shown.
^ Tighten the inner tie rod to 88 Nm (65 ft. lbs.).





4. Stake the inner tie rod (2) at the location (1) with a hammer and punch.
5. Install the rack and pinion boot.
6. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Check the wheel alignment.