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Relay Rod Removal

  1. Remove inner ends of tie rods from relay rod (on models where applicable). Remove relay rod ball stud cotter pins and castellated nuts. Remove relay rod from pitman and idler arms by tapping on relay rod ball stud bosses with a hammer, while using another hammer as a backing.
  2. To install, reverse removal procedure and note following: Check ball studs and nuts for clean and smooth threads. Check stud seals and replace if necessary. Torque nuts and install new cotter pins.