Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Apply Loctite® 262 (or equivalent) to the inner tie rod threads (2).
- Install the inner tie rod (3) to the rack and pinion (1).
- Install a torque wrench (5) to the J 34028
to tighten the inner tie rod. See Special Tools and Equipment .
Hold the rack (3) while tightening the tie rod (4) as shown.
Tighten: Tighten the inner tie rod (6) to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
- Slide the shock dampener (2) over the inner tie rod housing (3) until the front lip of the shock dampener bottoms out against the inner tie rod housing.
- Install the rack and pinion boot. Refer to Rack and Pinion Boot Replacement - On Vehicle .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly to the vehicle. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the safety stands.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Check the wheel alignment. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment in Wheel Alignment.
IMPORTANT:
Make sure the shock dampener is on the rack before installing the inner tie rod.
The threads must be clean prior to the Loctite® application. Check the Loctite® (or equivalent) container for expiration date. Use only enough Loctite® to evenly coat the threads.
The threads must be clean prior to the Loctite® application. Check the Loctite® (or equivalent) container for expiration date. Use only enough Loctite® to evenly coat the threads.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.