Outer Track Rod Assembly: Installation

Install inner rod end and align the setting marks applied during disassembly.
Tighten the inner lock nut to specified torque.
Torque: 118 N.m (87 lb ft)

NOTE: For either outer rod, the screw on the right side of the vehicle is threaded counterclockwise.
Install outer rod end assembly and align the setting marks applied during disassembly.
Tighten the outer lock nut to specified torque.
Torque: 118 N.m (87 lb ft)
Install knuckle arm nut and cotter pin then tighten the nut to the specified torque, with just enough additional torque to align cotter pin holes. Install new cotter pin.
Torque: 98 N.m (72 lb ft)
Install center track rod and nut and cotter pin then tighten the nut to the specified torque, with just enough additional torque to align cotter pin holes. Install new cotter pin.
Torque: 98 N.m (72 lb ft)

NOTE: If replacing the track rod, adjust the new track rod length.

Rod length: 328.3 mm (12.93 in)

Fig 1: Adjusting Track Rod Length

Courtesy of ISUZU MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Adjust the toe-in. Refer to FRONT END ALIGNMENT INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT .