Tie-Rod End Removal and Installation: Installation

Reference: TIE-ROD END BALL JOINT INSPECTION 

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

   Tightening torque 

   Tie-rod end castle nut (a): 35 - 55 N.m (3.5 - 5.5 kg-m, 25.5 - 39.5 lb-ft) 

   Fig 1: Installing Tie-Rod End To Knuckle

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3. Bend new split pin (7) as shown in figure.
   Fig 2: Bending Split Pin

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4. After installing wheels, lower vehicle and tighten wheel nuts to specified torque.

   Tightening torque 

   Wheel nut (a): 85 N.m (8.5 kg-m, 61.5 lb-ft) 

   Fig 3: Tightening Wheel Nuts To Specified Torque

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5. Check that proper amount of toe-in is obtained. Refer to FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT .
6. After confirming proper amount of toe-in, tighten tie-rod end lock nut to specified torque.

   Tightening torque 

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

   Fig 4: Tightening Tie-Rod End Lock Nut To Specified Torque

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