Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

Fig 1: View Of Outer Tie Rod Jam Nut

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Loosen the steering linkage inner tie rod nut (1).

Fig 2: View Of Outer Tie Rod-To-Steering Knuckle And Retaining Nut

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Remove the steering linkage outer tie rod nut and discard it.

Fig 3: Removing Outer Tie Rod Assembly From Steering Knuckle

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Disconnect the steering linkage outer tie rod from the steering knuckle using puller J 24319-B . See Special Tools .

Fig 4: View Of Outer Tie Rod & Inner Tie Rod

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IMPORTANT: Note the number of complete turns made to remove the steering linkage outer tie rod.

Remove the steering linkage outer tie rod from the steering linkage inner tie rod.