Caravan V6-201 3.3L (1995)
Tie Rod End: Service and Repair
Outer Tie Rod End
REMOVAL
1. Loosen inner tie rod to outer tie rod jam nut.
2. Remove outer tie rod to steering knuckle cotter pin and attaching nut.
3. Remove the tie rod end from steering knuckles, using Puller Special Tool C-3894-A.
4. Remove outer tie rod from inner tie rod.
INSTALLATION
1. Install outer tie rod onto inner tie rod. Make sure jam nut is on inner tie rod.
2. Do not tighten jam nut.
3. Install outer tie rod onto steering knuckle. Install tie rod to steering knuckle attaching nut and torque to 52 Nm (38 ft. lbs.).
CAUTION: During this procedure do not allow the steering gear boot to become twisted.
4. Make toe adjustment by turning inner tie rod.
5. Tighten the inner to outer tie rod jam nut to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.) torque. Lubricate tie rod boot groove with silicone type lubricant before installing
outer boot clamp, making sure boot is not twisted.
