Center Link: Service and Repair
RELAY ROD REPLACEMENTTOOLS REQUIRED
- J 24319-B Universal Steering Linkage Puller
- J 29193 Steering Linkage Installer (12 mm)
- J 29194 Steering Linkage Installer (14 mm)
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the engine protection shield.
3. Remove the steering damper from the relay rod.
4. Remove the outer tie rod ends.
5. Remove the idler arm ball stud nut. Do not reuse the nut.
6. Remove the pitman arm nut. Do not reuse the nut.
7. Remove the relay rod from the idler arm ball stud using the J 24319-B.
8. Remove the relay rod from the pitman arm ball stud using the J 24319-B.
9. Remove the relay rod from the vehicle.
10. Inspect the threads on the tie rod ends for damage.
11. Inspect the ball stud threads for damage.
12. Inspect the ball stud seals for excessive damage.
13. Clean the threads on the ball studs.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the relay rod to the vehicle.
2. Install the relay rod to the pitman arm ball stud.
3. Install the relay rod to the idler arm ball stud. Verity that the seal is seated on the stud
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Install the J 29193 or the J 29194.
5. Tighten the steering linkage installer in order to seat the tapers.
Tighten
Tighten the steering linkage installer to 54 N.m (40 lb ft).
6. Remove the J 29193 or the J 29194.
7. Install the new pitman arm prevailing torque nut.
8. Install the new idler arm prevailing torque nut.
Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
9. Install the outer tie rod assemblies.
10. Install the steering dampener to the relay rod.
11. Install the engine protection shield.
12. Lower the vehicle.
13. Verify the wheel alignment.