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SKU 96558
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NOTE:
1.
Applications and operating procedures can differ depending on the make
and model of vehicle. A generalized description of procedures is as follows:
To replace the inner tie rod, remove the wheel from the vehicle.
2.
Loosen the jam nut on the outer tie rod. Then remove the outer tie rod from the
3.
steering knuckle.
Turn the outer tie rod off the inner tie rod counterclockwise, making sure to count
4.
the turns so that when you install the outer tie rod onto the new inner tie rod it is
installed the same distance as it was.
remove the tie rod boot.
5.
Slide the Inner Tie rod Tool over the inner tie rod and wrench it off.
6.
Use the Inner Tie rod Tool to install the new inner tie rod.
7.
NOTE:
If the new
inner tie rod has a small allen bolt, tighten the bolt
after
tightening the inner tie
rod to the rack. Also, it is recommended to apply a small amount of blue Loc
Tight
®
on the inner tie rod to rack threads.
re-install the boot. If necessary, use hose clamps to secure both ends of the
8.
boot.
Thread the outer tie rod on the specific number of turns. Then install the outer tie
9.
rod back into the steering knuckle.
NOTE:
even if you turned the outer tie rod
the exact number of times as you did to remove it, you should have an alignment
shop set the toe (and check out the other angles).
Note:
For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer
to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.
OpERaTINg INsTRucTIONs
Read the ENTIRE ImpORTaNT saFETY INFORmaTION section at the
beginning of this manual, including all text under subheadings therein
before set-up or use of this product.
