Calais L4-151 2.5L VIN U TBI (1989)
Tie Rod: Service and Repair
Inner Tie Rod
To prevent damage to the rack and pinion boot seal when removing it, the following should be noted. Slide the small end of the boot towards
the rack until the groove is exposed. Place a small rubber band in the groove then, slide the small end of the boot over the rubber band and off
the threaded end of the tie rod. This will prevent boot damage.
Fig. 5 Inner Tie Rod Removal
Removal
1.
Remove rack and pinion steering assembly from vehicle.
2.
Remove outer tie rod from inner tie rod assembly, then rack and pinion boot.
3.
Place wrench on flat of rack assembly and place wrench on flats of inner tie rod housing Fig. 5.
4.
Rotate housing counterclockwise until inner tie rod separates from rack.
Fig. 6 Inner Tie Rod Installation
Fig. 7 Inner Tie Rod Staking Procedure
Installation
Rack must be held during inner tie rod installation to prevent internal gear damage.