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Installation Procedure

  1. If you remove the tie rod ends, lubricate the tie rod threads with chassis lubricant.
  2. Install the tie rod ends to the adjuster tube (1). The number of threads on both the inner and the outer rod ends must be equal to within 3 threads.
    Fig 1: Installing Tie Rod Ends To Adjuster Tube
    G01687807Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners of fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
  3. Install the inner tie rod ball stud to the relay rod.

    Ensure that the seal is on the stud.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the J 29193  or the J 29194  to 54 N.m (40 lb ft) in order to seat the tapers.

  4. Remove the tool.
  5. Install a new torque prevailing nut to the inner tie rod ball stud.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nut to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).

  6. Install the outer tie rod ball studs to the steering knuckle.
  7. Install a new torque prevailing nut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nut to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).

    Fig 2: Installing Inner & Outer Tie Rod Ball Studs
    G01687808Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Adjust the adjuster tube clamp bolts. Before tightening the clamp bolts, ensure that the following conditions occur:
    • Position the clamp between the locating dimples at either end of the adjuster tube.
    • Position the clamps within the angular travel (4).
    • Make sure the slot in the sleeve is not positioned within the clamp opening.
    Fig 3: Adjusting Adjuster Tube Clamp Bolts
    G01687809Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Adjust the toe as needed. Refer to FRONT TOE ADJUSTMENT .
  10. Rotate the inner and outer tie rod ends to the full travel.
    • Maintain the position of each tie rod end while you tighten the clamps in order to ensure free movement of each joint.
    • The clamp ends may touch when the nuts are tightened to specification, but the gap next to the adjuster cannot be less than the minimum dimension.

      Tighten 

      Tighten the adjuster tube clamp bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  11. Remove the safety stands.
  12. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 4: Rotating Inner & Outer Tie Rod Ends
    G01687810Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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