Connecting Rod: Installation

1. Lubricate connecting rod end threads with chassis lubricant before installing. Install connecting rod ends to adjuster tube. Connecting rod end threads must be adjusted equally within 3 threads. Install adjuster clamps and clamp bolts. Slot in adjuster tube and slot in clamp must be properly positioned.
2. Connecting rod ends must rotate through full travel and travel must be maintained during clamp tightening. Install connecting rod end to pitman arm, ensuring seal is on ball stud. Tighten Steering Linkage Installer (J-29193 or J-29194) to 40 ft. lbs. (54 N.m) to seat tapers. Install and tighten connecting rod-to-pitman arm nut.
3. Install connecting rod end to steering arm. Install and tighten connecting rod-to-steering arm nut. Tighten bolts and nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  . Adjust toe-in. See SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article in WHEEL ALIGNMENT.

To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure seal is on ball stud. Using Steering Linkage Installer (J-29193 or J-29194), seat tapers to 40 ft. lbs. (54 N.m). Tighten nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .