8.8
Steering and Suspensions
IQ Steering Linkage
NOTE: 2008 IQ steering linkage shown. 2007 models
feature adjustable steering links.
NOTE: Orientate rod ends so they are parallel with
mating component.
NOTE: Measurements are rod-end center-to-center
with rod-ends perpendicular to tie rod.
FIXED DRAG LINK
FIXED-LENGTH
TIE ROD
ROD END
STEERING LINK
PITMAN ARM ASSEMBLY
IDLER ARM ASSEMBLY
BUSHING
BEARING
SPACER
BUSHING
BEARING
BUSHING
BEARING
SPACER
BEARING
BUSHING
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
TIE ROD JAM NUT
TIE ROD
CAUTION
Never re-use lock nuts. Always re-assemble using new
lock nuts.
= T
A = 29 Ft.Lbs. (40 Nm)
B = 11 Ft.Lbs. (15 Nm) (Rod end jam nuts.)
Linkage Assembly Measurements
IQ 42.5 Tie Rod Length 15.06in. (382.5mm)
IQ 42.5 Adjustable Steering
Drag Link Length
14.78in. (375.4mm)
IQ 42.5 Fixed Steering Drag
Link Length
15.31in. (389mm)
IQ 42.5 Steering Link Length 9.30in. (236mm)
IQ RMK Tie Rod Length 13.66in. (345mm)
IQ RMK Fixed Steering Drag
Link Length
15.31in. (389mm)
IQ RMK Steering Link Length 9.30in. (236mm)