Hombre S Regular Cab 4WD V6-4.3L (1999)
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The tapered surfaces
Installation Procedure
Tools Required
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J 29193 Steering Linkage Installer (12 mm)
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J 29194 Steering Linkage Installer (14 mm)
Important:
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If the tie rod ends were removed, lubricate the tie rod ends with chassis lubricant.
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Ensure that the number of threads on both the inner and the outer tie rod ends are equal within three threads.
1. Connect the tie rod ends to the adjuster tube.
2. Install the inner tie rod ball stud to the relay rod.
Ensure that the seal is on the stud.
3. Seat the taper using J 29193 or J 29194.
Tighten
Tighten J 29193 or J 29194 to 54 N.m(40 lb ft).
4. Remove J 29193or J 29194 from the inner tie rod ball stud.
5. Install the new nut to the inner tie rod ball stud.
Tighten
Tighten the inner tie rod ball stud nut to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).
6. Install the outer tie rod ball stud to the steering knuckle.
Ensure that the seat is on the stud.
