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Steering Linkage Outer Track rod Replacement


2028008

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Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the front tyre and wheel assembly. Refer to Tyre and Wheel Removal and Installation .

1

Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Procedure

  1. Remove the steering linkage outer track rod nut.
  2. Discard the nut.

  3. Install a NEW steering linkage outer track rod nut.

Tighten
35 N·m (26 lb ft)

2

Steering Linkage Inner Track rod Nut

Procedure

  1. Use paint in order to place match marks on the steering linkage inner track rod nut and on the steering linkage inner track rod.
  2. During installation, align the match marks.
  3. Do not tighten the nut during installation. Tighten the nut after adjusting the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment .

3

Steering Linkage Outer Track rod

Caution: Do not free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or a wedge-type tool. Damage to the seal or bushing may result.

Procedure

  1. Use the CH-24319-B puller in order to separate the steering linkage outer tie rod from the steering knuckle.
  2. Inspect the steering linkage inner track rod for bent or damaged threads.
  3. Clean the tapered surface of the steering knuckle.
  4. After installation, measure and adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment .
  5. Centre the steering angle sensor. Refer to Steering Angle Sensor Centreing .

Special Tools

CH-24319-B Steering Linkage and Track Rod Puller

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

   


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