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Old Apr 12, 2008 | 04:24 PM
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Anyone know how to lubricate the steering linkage i.e tie rod, tie rod end and drag link? The manual says to do this but not specifially how.


 
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Old Apr 12, 2008 | 05:00 PM
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You will need a grease gun. A rubber hose connection for it is a must. Connect it to the zerk fittings( they look like metal studs on the steering joints ). The connector simply snaps on. Pump in some grease. Not too much, just enough to make the rubber boot swell. I usually give it one or two pumps and as soon as I see movement on that boot, I stop.

There are zerks on the pitmanarm, idler arm, and the 4 tie rod ends. I think thats all. Just look over the linkage and you will find them.
Sorry, I just realized you is 4WD. The linkage is a bit different. Check your manual for a diagram if you need to, but, if it moves and has a fitting, grease it. Wipe it down with a rag when you're done so that grease won't drip off.

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Old Apr 12, 2008 | 08:11 PM
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Or it's possible that it's a sealed joint with no grease zerks.
 
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Old Apr 14, 2008 | 12:21 PM
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there is a grease zerk (?I always called them nipples) on the trac bar bushing, but I do not see anything else. I have not looked at the manual yet, for some reason I never think to look at that but there is actually some useful info in there.
 
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