Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement

Fig 1: Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod And Nuts

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
1	Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut WARNING: Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Warning . CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure Install NEW steering linkage outer tie rod nut. Do NOT reuse old nut. Tighten 35 N.m (26 lb ft)
2	Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut Procedure Use paint in order to place match marks on the steering linkage inner tie rod nut and on the steering linkage inner tie rod. During the installation, align the match marks. Do not tighten the nut during the installation. Tighten the nut after adjusting the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment .
3	Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod CAUTION: Do not free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or a wedge-type tool. Damage to the seal or bushing may result. Procedure Use the CH-24319-B puller in order to separate the steering linkage outer tie rod from the steering knuckle. Inspect the steering linkage inner tie rod for bent or damaged threads. Clean the tapered surface of the steering knuckle. After the installation, measure and adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment . Center the steering angle sensor. Refer to Steering Angle Sensor Centering . Special Tools CH-24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .