Grand Vitara 2WD V6-2.7L (2006)
NOTE: Before rotating tie-rods (2), apply grease between tie-rods and rack boots so that boots won't be twisted.
3. After adjustment, tighten lock nuts (1) to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Tie-rod end lock nut a: 65 Nm (6.5 kg-m, 47.0 ft. lbs.)
NOTE: Make sure that rack boots are not twisted.
Steering Angle Check and Adjustment
When tie-rod or tie-rod end was replaced, check toe and then also steering angle with turning radius gauge (1).
If steering angle is not correct, check whether right and left tie-rods length A are equal.
NOTE: If tie-rod lengths were changed to adjust steering angle, reinspect toe-in.
Steering angle
Inside: 37.0°± 3°
Outside: 32.0°± 3°