Raider V6-3.7L SOHC (2006)
Tie Rod End: Service and Repair
OUTER TIE ROD END
REMOVAL
NOTE: Do not twist the boot anytime during removal or installation.
1. Loosen the jam nut (3).
2. Remove the outer tie rod end (2) nut (1) from the ball stud.
3. Separate the outer tie rod end (2) from the knuckle with Remover C3894-A (1).
4. Unthread the outer tie rod end (2) from the inner tie rod (3). Count the number of turns when removing the tie rod end, This will give a good
starting point when reassembling and toe adjustment.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Do not twist the boot at anytime during removal or installation.
1. Thread the outer tie rod end (2) onto the inner tie rod (4), to it's original position.
2. Install the outer tie rod end into the steering knuckle (5).
3. Tighten the ball stud nut (1) on the ball stud to 81 Nm (60 ft. lbs.).
4. Set wheel toe pattern.
5. Tighten jam nut (3) to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.).