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11. Fill in the following information on the Recall 17E041 Inspection form:
• Repair Order Number
• Dealer Code
• Complete 17 digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) located on truck door jam, drivers side
• Axle model (Example: E1202I)
• Axle serial number (Example: MY01778644) Tag located on the carrier assembly
• In-service date of the vehicle
• Vehicle mileage
• Inspection data
12. Take clear photos of the damaged parts and the position of the cotter pin.
If the photos are out of focus, too light, too dark, too far away, or too close up, the process will be delayed until
new photos are submitted. Use the examples in Fig. 10 as a guide.
13. Email the Recall 17E041 Inspection form and photos to Spicer.rtw@dana.com. Enter the repair order number in the subject line of your email.
14. After emailing the inspection form, call Real Time Warranty at 877-777-5360 and press option #3. If components need to be replaced RTW will order the parts and have them shipped to you.
15. Follow the instructions from Dana.

Fig. 10, Sample Photos

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Steering Knuckle and Tie-Rod End Replacement
NOTE: These instructions are to help with replacement once Dana has approved.
1. Make sure the rear tires are chocked, then lift the front of the vehicle.
2. Loosen the slack adjuster to return the brake shoes to the released position and clear the drum.
3. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
4. For vehicles with drum brakes, remove the brake drum. See Group 33 of the applicable workshop manual.
For vehicles with disc brakes, remove the brake caliper. See Group 42 of the applicable workshop manual.
5. Remove the cotter pin and castle nut. See Fig. 11.

NOTICE
Do not use heat on any axle parts or fasteners.
6. Disconnect the tie-rod end from the tie-rod arm using a suitable tool such as a pickle fork. See Fig. 12.

NOTE: Position the clamp fastener away from the
beam.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Tie-Rod Arm
Tie-Rod End
Castle Nut
Cotter Pin
Clamp Fastener

1. Tie-Rod Arm
2. Tie-Rod End
3. Pickle Fork
Fig. 12, Disconnecting Tie-Rod End

Fig. 11, Castle Nut and Clamp Installation

7. If the cross tube is being replaced, count the number of exposed threads on the tie-rod end.
8. Loosen the clamp nut and unscrew the tie-rod end.
9. Remove the hub cap, cotter pin, nut, washer, and outer bearing cone assembly.
10. Remove the hub assembly. See Group 33 of the applicable workshop manual.
11. Disconnect the air or hydraulic line from the brake assembly. Plug or cap the line to prevent brake system
contamination.
12. Remove the brake assembly. See Group 42 of the applicable workshop manual.
13. Disconnect the drag link from the steering arm by removing the cotter pin and castle nut.
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14. Remove the top and bottom knuckle caps.

NOTICE
Never strike hardened metal parts with a steel hammer or tool.
15. For single draw key, remove the nut from the draw key, then drive the key out using a brass hammer and
drift. See Fig. 13.
For dual draw keys, remove both draw key nuts. Then drive the key out using a brass hammer and drift.
16. Drive the kingpin out with a brass hammer and drift. See Fig. 14.

1. Single Draw Key
2. Brass Drift

1. Brass Hammer
2. Brass Drift

Fig. 13, Removing the Draw Key

Fig. 14, Driving Out the Kingpin

17. Remove the steering knuckle from the axle beam.

WARNING
Gasoline is not an acceptable cleaning solvent because of its extreme combustibility. It is unsafe in the
workshop environment.
18. After disassembly and before attempting inspection, clean the parts.
18.1 Clean steel parts with ground or polished surfaces, as follows:
• Wash in suitable cleaning solvent.
• Rinse thoroughly to remove cleaning solution.
• Dry parts with clean rags.
18.2 Clean castings, forgings and other rough-surface parts, as follows:
• Wire brush or steam-clean areas that are susceptible to accumulation of mud, road dirt, salt.
NOTE: Always replace the kingpin, thrust bearing and bushings if any component is faulty.
19. Before installing the kingpins, lubricate inside of the bushing and outside of the kingpins with Fleetrite EP2
Moly Grease or equivalent NLGI No. 2 multipurpose lithium grease to provide initial lubrication.
20. Make certain that the kingpin hole in the axle center is clean and dry.

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NOTE: There are two styles of thrust bearings:
One style is installed on the thrust bearing with the seal on top, as shown in Fig. 15 ; position and support the
steering knuckle assembly on the axle end.
The second style thrust bearing is a one piece design with the seal LIP installed TOWARDS the bottom of the
knuckles as shown in Fig. 16.

Fig. 16, Thrust Bearing with Seal Lip Installed Towards
the Bottom of the Knuckles
1. Seal Cap
2. Thrust Bearing
Fig. 15, Thrust Bearing with Seal on Top

21. Slide the thrust bearing between the lower face of axle center and lower steering knuckle yoke. See
Fig. 17.
22. Align the steering knuckle yoke holes with the axle and thrust bearing holes.

NOTICE
Never shim on the bottom side of the beam.
23. Pre-adjust knuckle vertical play by wedging the steering knuckle up and filling the gap at the top side of the
knuckle with shim(s). See Fig. 18.

1. Steering Knuckle
2. Thrust Bearing
3. Axle Beam
Fig. 17, Thrust Bearing Installation

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1. Install shims as needed.
2. Install shims only on top of the knuckle.
Fig. 18, Installing Shims

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NOTE: A floor jack can be used to wedge up the steering knuckle.
24. Install the kingpin from the top with the notch and draw key hole aligned. Hand start the pin in the bushing.
See Fig. 19.

NOTICE
Protect the kingpins with a suitable material such as shim stock.
25. Install the kingpin in the knuckle and axle beam. Tap the kingpin in place using a hammer and brass drift if
necessary. See Fig. 20.
NOTE: At this point in reassembly, check knuckle vertical play and adjust if necessary.
26. Center the steering components.
27. Mount the dial indicator on the steer beam and reference the top of the knuckle. Zero the dial indicator. See
Fig. 21.
28. Simulate axle loading with a jack and note the dial indicator reading. See Fig. 22.
NOTE: A floor jack can be used to wedge up the steering knuckle.
29. Knuckle vertical play should be 0.002 to 0.012 inch (0.051 to 0.305 mm). Add or remove shims as necessary to obtain correct end play. Center the shims to prevent damage during assembly.
30. When vertical play adjustment is correct, align the draw key opening and pin flat alignment. See Fig. 23.

1. Kingpin
2. Steering Knuckle

1. Kingpin
2. Protect the kingpin with shim stock.
Fig. 20, Tapping the Kingpin in Position

Fig. 19, Installing the Kingpin

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1. Steering Knuckle
2. Jack
Fig. 22, Using a Jack to Simulate Axle Loading

A. Pry the knuckle downward.
1. Reference on Top of Knuckle
2. Dial Indicator
3. Pry Bar
Fig. 21, Dial Indicator Mounted

A.
1.
2.
3.

Correct
Kingpin Notch
Kingpin
Steer Knuckle

B. Incorrect
4. Single Draw Key
5. Dual Draw Keys

Fig. 23, Knuckle Vertical Play

31. Install the new draw keys. Before the draw keys are seated, verify the bushing end-play is between 0.001 to
0.008 inch.
32. Verify the new bushing end-play. Refer to the appropriate section in "New Bushing End-play Verification".
33. Install the drag link, as follows:
33.1 Install the castle nut.
IMPORTANT: Do not back off the castle nut to align it with the cotter pin hole.
33.2 Tighten the castle nut 120 lbf·ft (165 N·m).
33.3 Install and lock a new cotter pin.

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34. Install new tie-rod ends or a new cross tube.
NOTE: The cross tube has right-hand and left-hand threads for corresponding sides of the vehicle.
35. Thread the tie-rod end into the cross tube past the tube split. The number of threads exposed from the tube
should be equal on both left and right tie-rod ends. See Fig. 24.
36. For straight socket tie-rod ends, tighten the clamp nut as shown in Table 3. Make sure the tab on the clamp
holds the end of the cross tube.
For drop socket tie-rod ends (see Fig. 25 ), tighten as shown in Table 3.
NOTE: On tie rods with a rotating clamp, position the clamp with the fastener away from beam.
37. Install the tie-rod end into the knuckle tie-rod arm. Secure with the slotted nut and tighten to
120 to 160 lbf·ft (163 to 217 N·m).
38. Install the cotter pin in the castle nut and bend the ends to secure. See Fig. 11. If necessary, tighten the nut
until the holes align.
39. Install the brake assembly. See Group 42 of the applicable workshop manual.
40. Install the hub assembly. See Group 33 of the applicable workshop manual.

Fig. 25, Drop Socket Tie-Rod End

A. Correct: The threaded portions of both tie-rod ends
must be completely inserted in the cross tube split.
B. Incorrect: Threaded end is not completely inserted
in the cross tube split.
C. Equal threads exposed on left and right tie-rod
ends.
Fig. 24, Tie-Rod End Installation

Steer Axle Model
E Family

Clamp Bolt Torque Specifications
Torque: lbf·ft (N·m)
Straight Socket End
Drop Socket End
45–60 (61–81)

150–180 (203–244)

Table 3, Clamp Bolt Torque Specifications

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41. For vehicles with drum brakes, install the brake drum. See Group 33 of the applicable workshop manual.
For vehicles with disc brakes, install the brake caliper. See Group 42 of the applicable workshop manual.
42. Install the wheel and tire. See Group 40 of the applicable workshop manual.
43. Lower the front of the vehicle.
44. Tighten the wheel nuts. See Group 40 of the applicable workshop manual.
45. Adjust toe-in.
46. Go to "Steering Stop Adjustment."

New Bushing Endplay Verification
1. For the upper bushing endplay verification, mount a dial indicator on the axle as shown in Fig. 26.
NOTE: Locate the dial indicator on a smooth, flat surface for the most accurate readings.
2. Move the tire and wheel assembly in and out with a push/pull motion and have an assistant record the dial
indicator reading.
NOTE: To avoid inaccurate measurements, use care not to let the knuckle turn while moving the assembly in
and out. Applying the brakes will help lock the wheel assembly.
3. Replace the upper bushing if readings are in excess of 0.008 inch (0.20 mm).
4. For the lower bushing endplay verification, mount a dial indicator on the axle as shown in Fig. 27.

Fig. 27, Lower Bushing Inspection
Fig. 26, Upper Bushing Inspection

5. Move the tire and wheel assembly in and out with a push/pull motion and have an assistant record the dial
indicator reading.
6. Replace the lower bushing if readings are in excess of 0.008 inch (0.20 mm).

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Steering Stop Adjustment
1. Check the vehicle workshop manual to determine the correct steering stop angle. See Fig. 28.
2. Check the steering angle with an alignment turntable set.
3. If adjustment is required, loosen the jam nut and turn the stop screw as necessary. See Fig. 29.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Front of Vehicle
Steering Knuckle
Axle Beam
Steering Stop Adjustment (both ends of axle)
Degree of Steering Angle
Fig. 28, Steering Stop Adjustment

1. Jam Nut
2. Stop Screw
Fig. 29, Jam Nut Installation

4. After adjustment, tighten the stop screw jam nut to 90 to 120 lbf·ft (122 to 163 N·m), except for axle models
E-1203I and E-1462I, tighten the stop screw jam nut to 30 to 45 lbf·ft (41 to 61 N·m).
NOTE: Adjust the power steering unit so that power assist stops approximately 3 degrees or 1/8 inch
(3.175 mm) before touching the stop screws. Follow the vehicle workshop manual recommendations when making this adjustment.

NOTICE
The steering gear must be functioning properly or steering linkage damage may occur. Poppet relief
must be checked after adjusting the stop screw setting.
5. Check the poppet relief.
6. Clean a spot on the base label (Form WAR259). Write the campaign number, FL751, on a blank red
completion sticker (Form WAR260) to indicate the work has been completed and attach it to the base label.

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Dana Recall 17E041 Inspection Form
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Date:
Repair Order Number:
Dealer Code:
Complete 17 Digit Vehicle Identification Number:
Axle model:
Axle serial number:
In-service date of the vehicle:
Vehicle mileage:
1. Document the amount of total movement on the dial indicator. (Example: .002”)

Left Hand Tie Rod Movement Reading

Amount of Movement

Right Hand Tie Rod Movement Reading

Amount of Movement

2. Using the images below mark the amount of rotation on the nut after the nuts where torqued to
130 ft. lbs.

Left Side

Right Side

3. Document the amount of movement between the tie rod end and the tie rod arm after you
retorqued the nut to 130 ft. lbs. If there is no movement answer “NONE”

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Left Hand Movement After Retorque

Amount of Movement

Right Hand Movement After Retorque

Amount of Movement