Connecting Rod Replacement
Remove cotter pins and nuts from both ends of connecting rod, then remove rod. When installing be sure wheels are in straight ahead position and steering arm is parallel to centerline of vehicle. Have steering gear steering arm properly indexed, with line marks on steering arm, and gear shaft on center of high point. With steering arm so positioned, install connecting rod.
TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. | |
|---|---|---|
| Connecting Rod Clamp Bolt | ||
| CJ Models | 10-15 | |
| All Other Models | 25-35 | |
| Connecting Rod 5/8" | ||
| (To Castellated Nut Slot) | 70 Min. | |
| Connecting Rod 9/16" | ||
| (To Castellated Nut Slot) | 60 Min. | |
| Pitman Arm-to-Shaft | 160-210 | |
| Tie Rod Clamp Bolt | ||
| CJ Models | 10-15 | |
| All Other Models | 25-35 | |
| Tie Rod Stud Nuts | ||
| (To Castellated Nut Slot) CJ Models | 40 Min. | |
| Tie Rod Stud Nuts | ||
| (To Castellated Nut Slot) All Other Models | 60 Min. | |
| Steering Damper Lock Nut | ||
| CJ Models | 16-28 | |
| All Other Models | 24-36 | |