RAM 4500 Chassis Cab Truck 4WD L6-6.7L DSL Turbo (2011)
lines up with the next slot in the castle nut. NEVER loosen the castle nut to get the slots to line up with the hole in the tie rod end shaft.
15. Snug the tie rod adjuster clamp bolt.
16. Using a grease gun, grease the right and left tie rod ends through the grease fittings on the tie rod end (Figure 5).
CAUTION:
Be sure to wipe off the grease fitting before connecting the grease gun.
17. Install the left front wheel. Tighten the wheel lug nuts to 148 ft. lbs. (200 N.m)
18. Lower the vehicle from the hoist and move the vehicle to an appropriate alignment rack.
19. Set the toe-in and center the steering wheel following the alignment rack manufacturer's instructions.
NOTE:
Toe should be set to +0.20º total toe on all models.
20. The vehicle must meet the following criteria before measuring the tie rod end angles:
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Vehicle on level surface.
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Full vehicle weight on front tires.
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Bottom side of both tie rod ends must be clean.
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Bottom side of both tie rods must not have burrs.
