Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement

Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement

Special Tools

J-34028 - Inner Tie Rod Wrench

Removal Procedure

Note: After removing the boot, inspect the inner tie rod for evidence of corrosion or contamination. If none is evident, continue with the repair. If corrosion or contamination is evident, replace the steering gear.

1. Remove the steering gear boot. Refer to Steering Gear Boot Replacement (Steering Gear Boot Replacement).





Caution: 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.

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

Installation Procedure




1. Clean the inner tie rod threads (2).
2. Install the inner tie rod (3) to the rack (1).





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

3. Position a torque wrench and the J-34028 - wrench on the inner tie rod housing (4). Use a wrench in order to hold the rack (3) while tightening the inner tie rod (5) to 88 Nm (65 lb ft).




4. Use a hammer and a punch in order to stake the inner tie rod housing (2) at the notch (1).
5. Install the steering gear boot. Refer to Steering Gear Boot Replacement (Steering Gear Boot Replacement).
6. Measure and adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment (Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment).