Specifications
| Description | Nm |
|---|---|
| Tie-rod end retaining nut | 100 |
| Tie-rod end lock nut | 55 |
Torque Specifications
Scheme 1
| Item Number | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Tie-rod end retaining nut |
| 2 | Tie-rod end |
| 3 | Tie-rod end lock nut |
| 4 | Tie-rod |
| 5 | Tie-rod end boot |
The left and right-hand tie-rod assemblies
- Transmit steering forces from the steering gear to the wheel knuckles.
- Provide front road wheel toe setting by adjustment of the threaded outer tie-rod ends.
Note. Steering geometry adjustments must only be carried out with the vehicle on turn plates to allow the wheels to move during adjustment.
The left and right-hand steering rack boots
- Are installed between the steering rack and the tie-rod ends.
- Are of the concertina type.
- Are to prevent the ingress of foreign matter.
For additional information, refer to Steering System - General Information article.
Scheme 2
Scheme 3
Scheme 4
- Remove the tie rod end. Refer to «Tie-Rod End - Removal and Installation»(ref-311300-S18359375812009032500000)
- Remove and discard the tie-rod boot outer retaining clamp.
- Remove and discard the tie-rod boot inner retaining clamp.
- Remove the tie-rod boot.