2. Raise the rear axle with a jack to its normal position.
3. Support the tie rod while you loosen the tie rod axle bolt at the axle and the tie rod to frame bolt (see illustrations).
10.3a. To remove the transverse reaction rod, unscrew the nut securing the transverse reaction rod and axle (it is not visible in this illustration) and bolt (indicated by an arrow),... | 10.3b.... and then unscrew the nut securing the transverse tie rod to the frame (arrow) and bolt and remove the rod |
4. Remove the transverse tie rod. Check bushings for wear and cracks. Install new bushings if necessary.
5. Installation is carried out in the reverse order. Be sure to tighten the top and bottom bolts to the torque specified in the specifications in this chapter.