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Removal Procedure

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    NOTE:

    After removing the steering gear boot, inspect the steering linkage inner tie rod for evidence of corrosion or contamination. If none is evident, continue with the repair. If corrosion or contamination is evident, replace the steering gear.

    NOTE:

    The appropriate flats on the steering gear rack are only present on the driver side of the vehicle. If the passenger side steering linkage inner tie rod must be replaced then the steering gear boot must be removed from the driver's side as well in order to hold the steering gear rack from rotating. Replacing the passenger side steering linkage inner tie rod will require two people, one to hold the steering gear rack and one to install the steering linkage inner tie rod.

  1. Remove the steering gear boot. Refer to Steering Gear Boot Replacement (Without HP2) , Steering Gear Boot Replacement (HP2) .
    2. Fig 1: Disengaging Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Washer From Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod
    GM1977977Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Disengage the steering linkage inner tie rod washer (1) from the steering linkage inner tie rod.
    3. Fig 2: Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod And Steering Gear Rack
    GM1972290Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION:

    Do not change the steering gear preload adjustment before moving the inner tie rod from the steering gear. Changing the steering gear preload adjustment before moving the inner tie rod could result in damage to the pinion and the steering gear.

  3. Rotate the steering linkage inner tie rod (2) counterclockwise while holding the steering gear rack stationary until the steering linkage inner tie rod separates from the steering gear rack (1).
    4. NOTE:

    Note the direction the steering linkage inner tie rod washer is installed. This will be important when installing the new washer.

  4. Discard the steering linkage inner tie rod washer.
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