Tie Rod (ZR2 Models): Removal

Raise and support the vehicle.
Support the rear axle at a curb height position.
Remove the rear tie rod mounting bolt, the washers, and the rear tie rod mounting nut from the frame bracket. See Fig 1.
Remove the rear tie rod mounting bolt, the washers, and the rear tie rod mounting nut from the axle bracket. See Fig 2.
Remove the rear tie rod. See Fig 3.

Fig 1: Removing Rear Tie Rod Mounting Nut & Bolt

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Fig 2: Removing Rear Axle Bracket & U-Bolts

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Fig 3: Removing Rear Axle Tie Rod

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