CAUTION: When torquing the adjuster pinch bolt,
the following procedure must be followed to ensure
adequate retention of the adjuster is obtained. Not
following this procedure, could result in the Toe
Setting Adjustment changing and/or the separation
of the outer tie rod from the inner tie rod.
(7) After completion of the tie rod end installation
and the toe adjustment procedure, tighten adjuster
pinch bolt (Fig. 29) to a torque of 45 N·m (33 ft. lbs.).
Make sure the outer tie rod maintains correct per-
pendicular orientation while tightening the adjuster
pinch bolt.
SPECIFICATIONS
STEERING GEAR FASTENER TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION
TORQUE
POWER STEERING GEAR:
Crossmember Bolts . . . . . . . . . 58 N·m (43 ft. lbs.)
Tie Rod Steering Arm Nut . . . 37 N·m (27 ft. lbs.)
Tie Rod Steering Gear Bolt . . . 82 N·m (60 ft. lbs.)
Tie Rod Adjuster Pinch bolt . . 45 N·m (33 ft. lbs.)
POWER STEERING FLUID HOSES:
Hose Tube Nuts . . . . . . . . . . . 47 N·m (35 ft. lbs.)
SPECIAL TOOLS
POWER STEERING GEAR
Puller C-3894-A
Remover / Installer, Steering Shaft Roll Pin 6831A
300M
STEERING
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