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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Outer & Inner Tie Rods
    GM854987Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the outer tie rod to the inner tie rod.
    2. Fig 2: View Of Tie Rod, Knuckle & Tapered Ball Stud
    GM891579Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Connect the tie rod to the knuckle.
  3. Use the J 44015  to seat the ball stud taper to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
  4. Remove the J 44015  .
    5. Fig 3: View Of Tie Rod End To Steering Knuckle
    GM854972Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install a new tie rod retention nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  6. Install the front tire assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  7. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment in Wheel Alignment.
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