Toyota 45046-09020 Tie Rod End Sub-Assembly, Left

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To remove the tie-rod end, start by loosening the wheel lug nuts. Raise the front of the vehicle and support it securely on jack stands, ensuring that the rear wheels are blocked and the parking brake is set. Remove the front wheel. Hold the tie-rod end with locking pliers or a wrench and loosen the jam nut enough to mark the position of the tie-rod end about the threads. Remove the cotter pin and loosen the nut on the tie-rod end stud. Use a puller to disconnect the tie-rod from the steering knuckle arm and separate the tie-rod by removing the nut. Unscrew the tie-rod end from the tie-rod. For installation, thread the tie-rod end onto the marked position and insert the tie-rod end stud into the steering knuckle arm. Tighten the jam nut securely. Install the castle nut on the stud and tighten it to the specified torque. Install a new cotter pin. If necessary, tighten the nut slightly more to align a slot with the hole in the stud, but never loosen the nut to achieve alignment. Install the wheel and lug nuts. Lower the vehicle and tighten the lug nuts to the specified torque. Finally, check the front wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary.