Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Buick Regal and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
Remove the prevailing torque nut (2) from the outer tie rod assembly (1).

Fig 1: Tie Rod Assembly And Prevailing Torque Nut
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Loosen the jam nut (2) on the inner tie rod assembly (1).

Fig 2: Inner Tie Rod Assembly And Jam Nut
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NOTE: Do not attempt to disconnect a steering linkage joint by driving a wedge between the joint and the attached part. Seal damage may result which will cause premature failure of the joint.
Remove the outer tie rod assembly from the steering knuckle using J 24319-B .

Fig 3: Using Special Tool To Remove Outer Tie Rod Assembly
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Remove the outer tie rod assembly (3) from the inner tie rod assembly (1).

Fig 4: Removing Outer Tie Rod From Inner Tie Rod

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