Commander 4WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2006)
Tie Rod End: Service and Repair
TIE ROD END
STANDARD PROCEDURE STEERING LINKAGE
The tie rod end and ball stud seals should be inspected during all oil changes. If a seal is damaged, replace the tie rod.
CAUTION: If any steering components are replaced or serviced an alignment must be performed, to ensure the vehicle meets all alignment
specifications.
REMOVAL - OUTER TIE ROD END
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 (3) from the knuckle with Remover 8677 Puller (5).
4. Unthread the outer tie rod end (3) from the inner tie rod (1). Count the number of turns when removing the tie rod end, This will give a good
starting point when reassembling and toe adjustment.
INSTALLATION - OUTER TIE ROD END
NOTE: Do not twist the boot at anytime during removal or installation.
NOTE: Make sure jam nut (3) is installed on inner tie rod end (4) before the outer tie rod end (2) is installed.