Re: Happy 4th of July!!!

Posted by BH On 2007/7/4 21:13:07

Robert -

While disassembly of the tapered studs from their seats in the steering link and arms can be a bit tedious, there's nothing special about re-assembly. Just make sure the tapered holes in the link and arms aren't "wallowed out" (not egg-shaped, that is). BTW, make sure the those tapered holes are clean - no paint.

The stud will find its own "purchase" as you tighten the nut, but can only be pulled in so far before it stops - by design. Just tighten to the spec shown for "taper ball joint nut" under the steering section of torque specifications as found in the back of the shop manual, and then install a cotter pin.