Tie-Rod End Removal and Installation: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Suzuki Aerio, 2003 Suzuki Aerio, and 2002 Suzuki Aerio. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install tie-rod end lock nut (3) and tie-rod end (4) to tie-rod (1). Tighten lock nut to mark (2) on tie-rod thread.
Install tie-rod end to knuckle (5). Tighten castle nut (6) till holes for split pin (7) are aligned but within specified torque range.

Fig 1: Installing Tie-Rod End
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Tightening torque

Tie-rod end castle nut (a): 35-55 N.m (3.5-5.5 kg.m, 25.5-39.5 lb-ft)
Bend new split pin (7) as shown in figure.

Fig 2: Installing New Split Pin
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After installing wheels, lower vehicle and tighten wheel nuts to specified torque.

Fig 3: Tightening Wheel Nuts
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Tightening torque

Wheel nut (a): 85 N.m (8.5 kg.m, 61.5 lb-ft)
Check that proper amount of toe-in is obtained. Refer to ADJUSTMENTS .
After confirming proper amount of toe-in, tighten tie-rod end lock nut to specified torque.

Fig 4: Tightening Tie-Rod End Lock Nut
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Tightening torque

Tie-rod end lock nut (b): 45 N.m (4.5 kg.m, 32.5 lb-ft)