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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the inner tie rod to the steering gear.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Using the J 44665-2  (2) tighten the inner tie rod (1).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the inner tie rod to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).

    Fig 1: Installing Inner Tie Rod To Steering Gear Using J 44665-2
    G01455303Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the inner tie rod support clamp to the steering gear. Use the J 44665-1  (1) and the J 44665-2  (2) in order to tighten the inner tie rod support clamp.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the inner tie rod support clamp to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  4. Install the rack and pinion boot to the steering gear. Refer to Rack and Pinion Boot Replacement .
  5. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. Perform a four wheel alignment. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITH REAR WHEEL STEERING) or MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITHOUT REAR WHEEL STEERING) in Wheel Alignment.
    Fig 2: Installing Inner Tie Rod Support Clam Using J 44665-1 & J 44665-2
    G01455304Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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