Continental V8-4.6L DOHC VIN V (1998)
Tie Rod End: Specifications
GENERAL
Rotating Torque, Steel Joint
New ........................................................................................................................................................................... 2.0-5.3 Nm (17.8-47.3 inch lbs.)
Used ............................................................................................................................................................................ 0.5-3.0 Nm (5.0-26.5 inch lbs.)
Worn ............................................................................................................................................................................. 0.0-0.5 Nm (0.0-5.0 inch lbs.)
TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
Nut To Knuckle [a] .................................................................................................................................................................... 47-63 Nm (35-46 ft. lbs.)
Jam Nut ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 47-63 Nm (35-46 ft. lbs.)
[a] - Once torque is reached, continue turning to align slot in nut with cotter pin hole in tie rod.
