Tie Rod End — Removal and Installation

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Special tool


Ball joint puller 211 - 020 (13 - 006)

Removal


1. Loosen the nuts on the front wheels.

2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Section 100-02 for additional information.

3. Remove the wheel.

4. Loosen the tie rod end lock nut and remove the nut.
  • 1. Loosen the lock nut.
  • 2. Remove the nut.



5. Using the special tool, disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle.



6.
NOTE: Note the number of turns required to remove the tie rod end.


Remove the tie rod end and lock nut.



Installation


1.
NOTE: Make sure the tie rod end is screwed in the same number of turns as it took to remove it. Install a new tie rod end nut. After installation, check the wheel alignment. Refer to Section 204-00 for additional information.


Install the elements back in place in reverse order.








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