Disassembly and Assembly: Assembly

Install inner sockets and tighten to specification.
Install large end of boot (1) to steering gear housing.

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Apply silicone grease between the inner socket and small end of boot (2). Install small end of boot to inner socket boot mounting groove.
CAUTION: To prevent boot deformation or damage during toe-in adjustment, apply silicone grease between the inner socket and small end of boot.
Install small boot clamp.

Install large boot clamp using Tool.

CAUTION: Do not reuse boot clamp.

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Tool number

: KV40107300 (J-51751)

Install the lock nuts and outer sockets to the inner sockets.

Thread the outer sockets onto the inner sockets to the specified length (L) and a minimum thread depth of 18 threads, then tighten the lock nuts to the specified torque. Refer to "Disassembly and Assembly". Reconfirm that the tie-rod length (L) is within specification.

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Maximum inner socket length (L)

: Refer to Steering Gear .

CAUTION:

To prevent damage, hold outer socket across flats using suitable tool while tightening inner socket lock nut.
Adjust toe-in after this procedure. The length achieved after toe-in adjustment is not necessarily the above value.
Inspect to make sure no boot deformation has occurred during toe-in adjustment. Adjust boot as necessary.