Section 08
STEERING/FRONT SUSPENSION
Subsection 02
(STEERING SYSTEM)
08-02-5
BUSHING INSTALLATION
17,18, Ball Joint
(left hand and right hand threads)
The maximum external threaded length not en-
gaged in the tie rod must not exceed the value
L
in the following thread length chart:
TYPICAL
L: Threaded length not engaged
The ball joint should be restrained when tighten-
ing the tie rod end lock nut. Align it so the tie rod
end is parallel to the steering arm when assem-
bled on the vehicle, refer to the following illustra-
tion.
For proper torque specifications refer to the spe-
cific exploded view for the vehicle being serviced.
TYPICAL
1. Parallel with steering arm
2. Steering arm
TIE ROD BALL JOINT PARALLEL TO BRACKET BEFORE
TIGHTENING
MODEL
L
mm
(in)
Outer ball joint of tie rods
46
(1-13/16)
Both ball joints of short tie rod
(linking steering column to
pivot arm) and inner ball joint of
tie rods
34
(1-11/32)
A30G09A
A30G0AA
L
◆
WARNING
The cut off section of the ball joint must run
parallel with the steering arm. When tighten-
ing lock nuts, restrain ball joint with appro-
priate size wrench. Ensure not too many
threads are kept outside of the tie rod ac-
cording to the thread length chart.
A02G0IA
1
2
A30G0MA
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