1. Remove the snap pin.
2. Loosen the tie-rod end locknut.
3. Detach the tie-rod end from the steering knuckle using the SST.
4. Remove the tie-rod end locknut.
5. Place alignment marks as shown in the figure for proper installation.
6. Remove the tie-rod end.
7. Align the alignment marks made before removing the tie-rod end, and then install a new tie-rod end to the tie rod.
NOTE:
"R" is inscribed on the right side of the tie-rod end and "L" is inscribed on the left side of the tie-rod end. 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.
If there are no alignment marks, go to the following procedure.
8. Adjust dimension A shown in the figure to the standard, and assemble.
Standard Dimension A
17.7—30.7 mm {0.70—1.20 in}
9. Install the tie-rod end to the steering knuckle.
10. Install a new snap pin.
11. After installation, inspect the front wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT.)