2009-2012 Ram 1500 Tie Rods - Both Sides Torque Specs

4.7L V8

Applies to 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012 Ram 1500

Labor Time:2.6 hours

Torque Values (20 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Coupling Bolt	34	25	—
Coupling Bolt	34	25	—
⚠️ Power Steering Line Fittings	30	22	Use new O-rings
Power Steering Line Fittings	30	22	Use new O-rings
⚠️ Rack Bolts	102	75	—
Rack Bolts	102	75	—
⚠️ Rack Mounting Bolts	102	75	—
Rack Mounting Bolts	102	75	—
Steering Rack Bolts	100	74	—
⚠️ Steering Rack Bolts	100	74	—
Tie Rod End Castle Nut	55	41	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Tie Rod End Castle Nut	55	41	Use new cotter pin
Tie Rod End Nut	54	40	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Tie Rod End Nut	54	40	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Tie Rod Lock Nut	68	50	After alignment
Tie Rod Lock Nut	68	50	After alignment
⚠️ Tie Rod Nut	54	40	—
Tie Rod Nut	54	40	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	136	100	—
Wheel Lug Nuts	136	100	—

The primary torque specification for tie rods - both sides on a 2009-2012 Ram 1500 is 34 Nm (25 lb-ft).

There are 20 torque specifications for tie rods - both sides on the 2009-2012 Ram 1500 4.7L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.