PPE 158207000 Heavy Duty Forged Tie Rod Assemblies Installation Guide
- June 1, 2024
- PPE
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PPE 158207000 Heavy Duty Forged Tie Rod Assemblies
Specifications
- Product: Heavy-Duty Forged Tie Rod Assemblies
- Model Numbers: 158207000, 158219000, 158214000
- Installation Guide Revision: 12/29/23 | Version: 4
Product Information
The Heavy-Duty Forged Tie Rod Assemblies are designed to provide enhanced durability and performance for your vehicle’s steering system. Made from high- quality materials, these tie rod assemblies offer improved strength and reliability compared to stock components.
Installation Instructions
- Ensure the vehicle is off, in Park with the Parking Brake applied on a level surface. Jack up the vehicle and secure it. Remove the front wheels.
- Remove the nut at the end of the stock spindle. Use a tie rod fork tool to remove the tie rod ball stud from the steering knuckle.
- Remove the stock retention clamps holding the inner boot in place. Pull back the boot and unscrew the inner tie rod to remove it.
- Measure the stock tie rod length and adjust the Heavy-Duty Forged Tie Rod Assembly to match. Tighten the Jam Nut to 55 lb-ft.
- If equipped, detach the grease fitting from the inner tie rod for maintenance purposes only.
- Apply red thread locker to the threaded inner and tighten it. Slide the boot over the inner tie rod and secure both clamps.
- Install the ball pin into the steering knuckle and tighten the Lock Nut to 45 lb-ft.
- Repeat the installation procedure on the passenger side.
- Have the vehicle professionally aligned after installation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Q: Can these tie rod assemblies be used on any vehicle?
A: These assemblies are designed for specific models and should be used accordingly. Check compatibility before installation. -
Q: Do I need specialized tools for installation?
A: Basic automotive tools are required for installation. A tie rod fork tool or equivalent may be needed for certain steps.
Heavy-Duty Forged Tie Rod Assemblies
(158207000)(158219000)(158214000)
Installation Guide
Rev:12/29/23 | v4
CONTENTS
A (2) Heavy-Duty Forged Tie Rod Assemblies
INSTALLATION:
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Vehicle off and in Park with Parking Brake applied on a level surface. Jack up the vehicle and secure. Remove front wheels. Fig.1
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Factory Outer Tie Rod – Remove nut at the end of the stock spindle. Use a tie rod fork tool or equivalent to remove tie rod ball stud from tapered hole in steering knuckle. Fig.2
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Remove the stock retention clamps that hold the inner boot in place. Pull back boot and unscrew inner tie rod to remove. Fig.3-4
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Measure stock tie rod length from outer end centerline to inner end cap face. Loosen Jam Nut on PPE Tie Rod and adjust to match stock tie rod length. Tighten Jam Nut to 55 lb-ft. Fig.5-6
Heavy-Duty Forged Tie Rod Assemblies
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Before installing, detach the grease fitting from the inner tie rod if equipped. Reserve the use of the grease fitting exclusively for maintenance purposes. Fig.7
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Apply “red thread locker” to the threaded inner. Install and tighten to 75-85 lb-ft. Fig.8 Slide the boot over the inner tie rod and secure both clamps. Fig.9
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Install ball pin into steering knuckle. Tighten Lock Nut to 45 lb-ft. Fig.10
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Repeat install procedure on passenger side.
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Have vehicle professionally aligned.
This completes the installation
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