Removal of Tie Rod End.

TM 9-2320-211-20-3-2

b. Removal of Tie Rod End.

FRAME 1

NOTE

This task is the same for both tie rod ends (4) except

that on left side of truck, tie rod end has left hand

threads. On right side of truck, tie rod end has

right hand threads.

1. If there is a tack weld (1) as shown, using hammer and chisel, carefully

break tack weld. Do not damage threads.

2. Using 15/16-inch wrenches, loosen two nuts (2) on two screws (3).

3. Using pipe wrench, unscrew and take off tie rod end (4). Note number of

turns needed to take off tie rod end.

4. Do steps 1 through 3 again for other end of tie rod assembly (5).

END OF TASK