Stratus V6-2.5L VIN H (1997)
7. Install tie rod end seal boot heat shield on the tie rod end.
8. Install tie rod end into steering knuckle. Start tie rod end to steering knuckle attaching nut onto stud of tie rod end. While holding stud of tie rod
end stationary, tighten tie rod end to steering knuckle attaching nut. Then using a crowfoot and 11/32 socket, torque tie rod end attaching nut to 61
Nm (45 ft. lbs.).
CAUTION: During this procedure do not allow the steering gear boot to become twisted.
9. Make toe adjustment by turning inner tie rod.
10. 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.
