Assembly Procedure
- Position the NEW retaining washer (1).
- Attach the steering linkage inner tie rod onto the rack.CAUTION:
Refer to PIPE WRENCH POSITIONING NOTICE .
- Place a pipe wrench on the rack next to the steering linkage inner tie rod housing (2).CAUTION:
Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
- Place a torque wrench and OTC 09922-10010-01 Inner Tie Rod Wrench on the flats of the steering linkage inner tie rod housing (2).
Tightening torque
Tighten to 78 N.m (58 lb ft).
- Bend the tabs over on the retaining washer (1) to secure it.
- Install the steering gear boot. Refer to STEERING GEAR BOOT REPLACEMENT - OFF VEHICLE .