Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Cadillac DTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

Fig 1: Identifying Outer Tie Rod & Retaining Nut

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Remove the outer tie rod retaining nut (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Tie Rod & Jam Nut

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Loosen the jam nut (2) on the inner tie rod (1).

Fig 3: Removing Outer Tie Rod Assembly From Steering Knuckle

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Using J 24319-B remove the outer tie rod from the steering knuckle. See Special Tools .

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

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Remove the outer tie rod (3) from the inner tie rod (1).