2. Unscrew the ball joint nut from the outer end of the rod (photo).
3. On the inner end of the connecting rod, smooth out the locking plate, unscrew the bolt, and remove the rod. If you need to remove the other rod, first install the unscrewed bolt, otherwise it will be difficult to tighten them.
4. When replacing the tie rod end, measure the distance between the two ends before unscrewing the old end, then screw in the new one by the same distance, otherwise the front wheel alignment will be disturbed.
5. Installation is carried out in the reverse order, replace the lock plate. Tighten the nuts and bolts to the tightening torque specified in Specifications, do not tighten the inner tie rod mounts until the vehicle is on the suspension. Lock the bolts by bending the lock plate one washer. Check and, if necessary, adjust the front wheel alignment as described in Chapter 29.
