01/11/2024 09:23:29
Tie Rod End - LH (Remove and Replace)
Correction Code 32010302
Warning
If the vehicle has air
suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before raising and
supporting the vehicle.
Removal
- Remove the road wheel (refer to procedure).
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Loosen the tie rod end jam nut (torque 70 Nm).
CAUTIONTo prevent tie rod damage, always restrain the tie rod with a wrench when loosening or tightening the jam nut.
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Restrain the tie rod ball-pin
with a wrench and remove and discard the nut that secures the tie rod end to the
steering arm (torque 103 Nm).
CAUTIONTo prevent ball joint damage, always hold the ball joint pin with a wrench while loosening or tightening the lock nut.
- Release the tie rod end from the knuckle.
- Noting the number of turns required, unscrew the tie rod end.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
Warning
Only use cleaning agents and solvents
in a well-ventilated area.
CAUTION
Replace all nylon-insert
locknuts.
Note
Clean the affected areas before
installation.
- Install the tie rod end using the exact number of turns noted during removal.
- Refer to the Alignment Requirement tables to determine whether an EPAS alignment check (EC) or four wheel alignment check (AC) is necessary. If performed, add the alignment check/adjust as a separate activity. See Alignment Requirement - Suspension.