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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise and suitable support the vehicle.
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  3. Remove the outer tie rod. Refer to Tie Rod Replacement - Outer .
  4. Loosen the inner tie rod to relay rod retaining nut using J-34028  .
    Fig 1: Loosening Inner Tie Rod To Relay Rod Retaining Nut Using J-34028
    G01217263Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the inner tie rod to the relay rod retaining nut. Discard old nut.
    Fig 2: Removing Inner Tie Rod To Relay Retaining Nut
    G01217264Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the inner tie rod from the vehicle.
  7. Inspect the shaft for bent or damaged threads.
  8. Clean the tapered surface of the steering knuckle.
    Fig 3: Removing Inner Tie Rod From Vehicle
    G01217265Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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