L200 L4-2.2L VIN F (2002)
NOTICE: New bolts and nuts must be used as torque retention of old bolts and nuts may not be sufficient.
7. Using new bolts and nuts, install steering gear to frame.
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Steering Gear-to-Frame: 45 Nm (35 ft. lbs.) + 90° to 105°
8. Vehicles equipped with L61 engines and automatic transaxle, install steering gear heat shield.
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Steering Gear Heat Shield-to-Frame: 4 Nm (35 inch lbs.)
IMPORTANT: The tie rod ends must be thoroughly cleaned before installing and tightening.
9. Install tie rod end into steering knuckle.
10. Using Steering Linkage Installer J44015 (or equivalent) seat tie rod end into knuckle.
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Tie Rod End Linkage Installer: 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.)
NOTICE: Use a new nut. Torque retention of old nut may not be sufficient.
NOTICE: Hold ball stud from turning when installing nut. The boot can become torn and damaged if the ball stud turns.
11. Remove linkage installer and install new tie rod end nut.
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Tie Rod End-to-Steering Knuckle Nut: 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.)
12. Inspect boot for damage and replace if damaged.