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Tie Rod Articulation Torque

    NOTE: This check may be done with the steering gear on or off the vehicle.
  1. Disconnect the tie rod end from the front wheel spindle (3105) (RH); for additional information, refer to POWER STEERING .
  2. Hook Spring Scale over the front wheel spindle tie rod and measure the force required to move the front wheel spindle tie rod. Refer to Tie Rod Articulation Torque in Torque Specifications  under General Specifications.
  3. If the force required to move the front wheel spindle tie rod does not meet the specifications, replace the front wheel spindle tie rod; for additional information, refer to POWER STEERING .
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