1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and the boot for cracks.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
3. Rotate the tie-rod end five times.
4. Install two nuts to the ball joint and measure the tie-rod end rotational torque using a torque wrench.

If not within the specification, replace the tie-rod end.
0.5—2.1 N·m {5.1—21 kgf·cm, 4.5—18 in·lbf}
Steering Shaft Inspection
Tie Rod End ReplacementIdentification Numbers
Vehicle Information Labels
Vehicle Identification Number
The vehicle identification number legally identifies your vehicle. The number
is on a plate attached to the left top side of the dashboard. This plate can easily
be seen through the windshield.
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label
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Door Module Panel
Purpose, Function
Styrofoam door module panels have been adopted for reducing vehicle weight.
Construction
Styrofoam is applied to the door module panels (shaded areas) during manufacture.
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Ambient Temperature Display
Purpose
The ambient temperature display notifies the user of the ambient temperature.
Function
The instrument cluster displays the ambient temperature based on the ambient
temperature signal sent from the PCM as a CAN signal.
The ambient temperature is displayed betwee ...