Torque Specifications
| Description | N.m | Lb. ft. |
|---|---|---|
| Inner tie-rod end | 90 | 66 |
| Outer tie-rod end nut | 80 | 59 |
| Steering column shaft coupling-to-steering gear bolt | 32 | 24 |
| Steering gear bolts | 125 | 92 |
| Tie-rod end jam nut | 63 | 46 |
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
The steering linkage consists of the following components
- Inner tie-rod end
- Steering gear
- Outer tie-rod end
- Steering gear boot
The inner and outer tie rods connect the steering gear to the wheel knuckles. The tie rods are lubricated for life and do not contain grease fittings. The steering linkage is adjustable at the 2 tie-rod ends.
Refer to STEERING SYSTEM .
See also:
• SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM