Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
Remove the front wheel Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.

Fig 1: Locating Tie Rod Ball Stud Nut

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Remove the tie rod ball stud nut.

Fig 2: Identifying Tie Rod & Jam Nut

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Loosen the tie rod jam nut (2).

Fig 3: Identifying J 24319-B

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NOTE: Do not attempt to free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or wedge type tool, because seal or bushing damage could result. Use the proper tool to separate all ball joints.

Use the J 24319-B in order to separate the outer tie rod (1) from the steering knuckle (2).

Fig 4: View Of Outer Tie Rod & Inner Tie Rod

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Remove the outer tie rod (3) from the inner tie rod (1).