Manual Steering Gear

Removal Procedure

- Tools Required
- J 21687-02 Tie Rod End Remover





1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting
2. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
3. Remove the cotter pin (5) and the castle nut (4) from the outer tie rod (3).





4. Use the J 21687-02 in order to separate the outer tie rod from the knuckle.
5. Place a match mark, using paint, on the inner tie rod thread and on the tie rod lock nut.
6. Loosen the tie rod lock nut. Remove the outer tie rod from the inner tie rod.

Installation Procedure





1. Secure the outer tie rod (3) to the inner tie rod (1). Align the match marks on the inner tie rod and on the tie rod lock nut.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Important: Do not loosen the castle nut in order to insert the cotter pin.

2. Secure the outer tie rod (3) to the steering knuckle with the castle nut (4).
- Tighten the castle nut to 43 Nm (32 ft. lbs.). Tighten the castle nut up to 1/6 additional turn in order to align the cotter pin slot with the ball stud hole.
3. Install the cotter pin (5). Bend the cotter pin ends in order to secure the castle nut.
4. Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Measure the wheel alignment. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment.
7. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment.