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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Outer Tie Rod & Inner Tie Rod
    GM794580Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Install the steering linkage outer tie rod the same number of complete turns needed to remove it.
  1. Install the steering linkage outer tie rod to the steering linkage inner tie rod. Do not tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod nut at this time.
    2. Fig 2: View Of Outer Tie Rod & Steering Knuckle
    GM794578Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Connect the steering linkage outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  3. Install the new steering linkage outer tie rod nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).

    4. Fig 3: View Of Outer Tie Rod Jam Nut
    GM794577Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod nut (1).
  5. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  6. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment .
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