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Outer Tie Rod Removal and Installation: Installation

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  1. Reposition the adjusting nut to the marks on the inner tie rod.
  2. Install the outer tie rod by twisting it onto the inner tie rod.
    Fig 1: Identifying Outer Tie Rod
    G04717687Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  3. Connect the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
  4. Perform a front toe adjustment. Refer to FRONT TOE ADJUSTMENT .
  5. Tighten the adjusting nut.

    Tighten: 

    Tighten the outer tie rod adjusting nut to 64 N.m (47 lb-ft).

  6. Install the outer tie rod nut.

    Tighten: 

    Tighten the outer tie rod nut to 50 N.m (37 lb-ft).

  7. Install the wheel. Refer to WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
    Fig 2: Identifying Outer Tie Rod Nuts
    G04716906Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.