RAM 5500 Chassis Cab Truck 4WD L6-6.7L DSL Turbo (2011)
8. Discard the original tie rod end.
9. Apply a light coat of Mopar Anti-Seize Lubricant (P/N 05012249AB) or equivalent to the threads of the new tie rod end (Figure 3).
10. Thread the new tie rod end into the drag link the number of turns noted in Step 5 of this procedure.
11. Clean the tapered bore in the steering knuckle with Mopar Brake Cleaner (P/N 04897150AB) or equivalent (Figure 4).
CAUTION:
Failure to clean the steering knuckle arm tapered hole may cause the tie rod end connection to the steering knuckle to not seat properly. The
steering knuckle arm tapered hole must be clean and dry.
12. Remove any grease or dirt from the tie rod end stud before installing the stud into the steering knuckle arm tapered hole (Figure 4).
13. Place the tie rod end stud into the steering knuckle arm and install the tie rod retaining nut. Tighten the nut to 75 ft. lbs. (102 N.m).
14. Install a new cotter pin through the castle nut.
CAUTION:
If the castle nut slots do not line up with the cotter pin hole in the tie rod end shaft, continue tightening the castle nut until the cotter pin hole
