Tie Rod End, Removing And Installing: Installing

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Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

-- Make sure the correct tie rod end is installed on each side.

Fig 1: Identifying Left Tie Rod End -I- And Right Tie Rod End -II-

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I - Left Tie Rod End

II - Right Tie Rod End

-- Turn the tie rod end to marking made earlier on the tie rod and secure it with a locking nut.

-- Install the tie rod end into the wheel bearing housing.

-- Install the tie rod end with a new nut.

-- Install the wheel and tighten. Refer to WHEEL BOLT TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS .

-- After installation, a vehicle alignment must be performed. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT .