RAM 3500 HD Truck 2WD L6-6.7L DSL Turbo (2008)
Tie Rod End: Service and Repair
Tie Rod End - Installation
Outer Tie Rod End - Independent Front Suspension
OUTER TIE ROD END
NOTE: Do not twist the boot at anytime during removal or installation.
1. Thread the outer tie rod end (3) onto the inner tie rod (2), to it's original position.
2. Install the outer tie rod end (3) into the steering knuckle.
3. Tighten the ball stud nut on the ball stud to 61 Nm (45 ft. lbs.) then an additional 90°.
4. Set wheel toe pattern, See: Alignment/Service and Repair .
5. Tighten jam nut (1) to 127 Nm (94 ft. lbs.).
Inner Tie Rod End - Independent Front Suspension
INNER TIE ROD END
1. Thread the inner tie rod (1) to the rack & pinion (2).
2. Tighten the inner tie rod end using special tool # 10087-3 socket (2) and # 10087-2 tube (1) to 115 Nm (85 ft.lbs.).