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Steering Linkage: Installation

  1. If idler arm was removed from idler arm bracket, install NEW oil seal. Coat oil seal lip with grease. Install idler arm onto idler arm bracket. Install plate washer and nut. Tighten nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  2. On Pickup 4WD attach INCH-lb. torque wrench to idler arm nut. Rotate idler arm and note rotating torque. If rotating torque is not 4.4-26 INCH lbs. (0.5-2.9 N.m), replace bushings.
  3. On all models, coat idler arm bracket cap sealing surface with sealant. Install idler arm bracket cap. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. On Pickup 2WD, adjust tie rod ends so tie rod length is approximately 12.4" (315 mm) before installing. On Pickup 4WD adjust tie rod ends so tie rod length is approximately 12.9" (328 mm) before installing.
  4. On all models, tighten fasteners to specification. Refer to the TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Adjust front wheel alignment. See the WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article in WHEEL ALIGNMENT section.