Published: 13-Mar-2018

2007.0 Range Rover Sport (LS), 211-03

Steering Linkage

Tie Rod End (G2250276)

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
  • 57.55.07
  • Ball joint - track rod - each - renew
  • All Derivatives
  • 1.40
  • USED WITHINS

Part(s)

StepPart nameQuantity
Installation Step 2Tie-rod end nut1
Removal
  1. WARNING:

    Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.

    Raise and support the vehicle.
  2. Remove the front wheel.
  3. Loosen the tie rod end ball joint retaining nut.
  4. Loosen the tie rod end lock nut.
  5. E47918
    Using the special tool, release the tie-rod end ball joint from the wheel knuckle. Remove and discard the tie rod end retaining nut.
  6. E55671
    Remove the tie-rod end, note the number of turns for installation.
Installation
  1. Install the tie rod end, note the number of turns until adjacent to the locknut.
  2. CAUTION:

    To prevent damage to the tie rods, use an additional wrench when loosening or tightening the components.

    Connect the tie rod end ball joint. Clean the component mating faces. For vehicles fitted with an M12 nut, install a new nut and tighten. For vehicles fitted with an M14 nut, install a new nut and tighten.
    Renew Part: Tie-rod end nut Quantity: 1.
    Torque
    M12: 76Nm
    M14: 150Nm
  3. Tighten the tie rod locking nut. Clean the component mating faces. Tighten the nut.
    Torque: 55Nm
  4. Install the front wheel. Tighten the wheel nuts.
    Torque: 140Nm
  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. Using only four wheel alignment equipment approved by Land Rover, check and adjust the wheel alignment.
    Refer to: Four Wheel Alignment (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, General Procedures).