Deep Thoughts: Service Manual Musings

[eric8]

Many of you may not have even realized this was in the books. But alas, I’m a nerd who reads the factory manual for fun, so I notice these things.

I can understand the point the FSM makes regarding the gap in the tie rod clamp openings not directly lining up with the tie rod sleeve gaps.

However, is there any reason why the clamps must point with the bolt ends forward, and within the 45 degree range of travel (from the 6 o o'clock position forward)?

I’ve moved the steering lock to lock, and I don’t see it being an interference issue if they were clocked differently from this 45 degree range.