Tie-Rod End Removal and Installation: Installation

Reference: TIE-ROD END BALL JOINT INSPECTION: HYDRAULIC TYPE 

1. Install tie-rod end lock nut (1) and tie-rod end (2) to tie-rod (3). Align lock nut with mark (4) on tie-rod thread.
   Fig 1: Installing Tie-Rod End Lock Nut And Tie-Rod End To Tie-Rod

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2. Connect tie-rod end to knuckle. Tighten tie-rod end nut (1) to specified torque.
3. Bend new cotter pin (2).
   NOTE:

   • After tightening tie-rod end nut to specified torque, match nut slot by minimum tightening with hole of tie-rod end for insertion of cotter pin (rotation angle 60° max).
   • Insert cotter pin fully as shown in figure. (Long arm should be upper side.) After inserting cotter pin, bend cotter pin as shown in figure.

   Tightening torque 

   Tie-rod end nut (a): 45 N.m (4.5 kg-m, 32.5 lbf-ft) 

   Fig 2: Tie-Rod End Nut Tightening Order

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4. Set tie-rod end initial position referring to TIE-ROD END INITIAL POSITION SETTING: HYDRAULIC TYPE .
5. Inspect for proper toe referring to FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT .
6. After confirming proper toe, tighten tie-rod end lock nut to specified torque.

   Tightening torque 

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

   Fig 3: Locating Tie-Rod End Lock Nut Tightening Order

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7. Tighten wheel nuts to specified torque and lower hoist referring to WHEEL (WITH TIRE) REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .