Tie rods

2002 FORD EXPLORER
180,000 MILES • 4.6L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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LYNDONJBONTRAGER
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I want to know how much to torque the inner tie rods on my SUV?
Sep 11, 2017 at 5:13 PM
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CARADIODOC
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Attaching socket calls for 52 foot-pounds. Jamb nut calls for 59 foot-pounds.
Sep 11, 2017 at 5:32 PM
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LYNDONJBONTRAGER
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Thanks!
Sep 11, 2017 at 5:46 PM
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Here is a guide that can help the next guy:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/tie-rod-end-replacement

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Cheers, Ken
Sep 12, 2017 at 12:34 PM
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