L200 L4-2.2L VIN F (2002)
Tie Rod End: Service and Repair
OUTER TIE ROD
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TOOLS REQUIRED
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J44015 Linkage Installer
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SA91100C Tie Rod Separator
REMOVAL
CAUTION: MAKE SURE VEHICLE IS PROPERLY SUPPORTED AND SQUARELY POSITIONED ON THE HOIST. TO HELP
AVOID PERSONAL INJURY WHEN A VEHICLE IS ON A HOIST, PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FOR THE VEHICLE ON THE
OPPOSITE END FROM WHICH COMPONENTS ARE BEING REMOVED.
1. Raise vehicle on hoist.
2. Remove wheel and tire assembly.
3. Loosen outer tie rod to inner tie rod jam nut.
4. Remove tie rod end torque prevailing nut and discard.
NOTICE: Do not attempt to separate joint using a wedge-type tool because seal may be damaged.
5. Using Tie Rod Separator SA9ll00C (or equivalent), separate tie rod end from steering knuckle.
6. Unthread outer tie rod from inner tie rod and remove from vehicle.
INSTALLATION