Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Sierra, 2002 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2002 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2002 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Important: Make sure the shock dampener is on the rack before installing the inner tie rod.
The threads must be clean prior to the Loctite® application. Check the Loctite®, or equivalent, container for expiration date. Use only enough Loctite® to evenly coat the threads.
- Apply Loctite® 262, or equivalent, to the inner tie rod threads (2).
- Install the inner tie rod (3) to the rack and pinion (1).
- Install a torque wrench to the J 34028 to tighten the inner tie rod. Hold the rack while tightening the tie rod as shown. Tighten the inner tie rod to 100 N.m (74 ft lbs).
- Slide the shock dampener (2) over the inner tie rod housing (3) until the front lip of the shock dampener bottoms out against the inner tie rod housing.
- Install the rack and pinion boot. Refer to Rack & Pinion Boot Replacement - On Vehicle .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly to the vehicle.
- Remove the safety stands.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Check the wheel alignment. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .