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Tie-Rod End Assembly Note

NOTE:
  • Only the tie-rod end on the right side has the indentation mark in the position shown in the figure. Verify if the part is for the left or right side before installation because the left and right parts of the tie-rod end have different shapes.
Fig 1: Identifying Tie-Rod End On Right Side Indentation Mark In Position
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  1. Align the alignment marks made before removing the tie-rod end, and then assemble it to the tie-rod.
    Fig 2: Identifying Alignment Marks On Tie-Rod End
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    • If there are no alignment marks, go to the following procedure.
  2. Adjust dimension A shown in the figure to the standard, and assemble.
    Fig 3: Identifying Tie-Rod Dimension A
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    Standard Dimension A 

    • 15.7-22.7 mm {0.619-0.893 in}