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Installation Procedure

NOTE:
  1. Use the J 29193  in order to install the relay rod to the idler arm ball studs.

    Ensure that the seal is on the stud.

    Tighten 

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

  2. Remove the J 29193 
    Fig 1: Installing Relay Rod To Idler Arm Ball Studs
    G01646007Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the new prevailing torque nut (4) to the idler arm (1) ball studs.

    Tighten 

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

  4. Use the J 29193  in order to install the relay rod to the connecting rod ball stud.

    Ensure that the seal is on the stud.

    Tighten 

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

  5. Remove the J 29193  Install the new prevailing torque nut (4) to the connecting rod (5) ball stud.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the prevailing torque nut o 47 N.m (35 lb ft).

    Fig 2: Installing Prevailing Torque Nut To Idler Arm Ball Studs
    G01646008Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Use the J 29193  in order to install the inner tie rod (5) to the relay rod (7).

    insure that the seal is on the stud.

    Tighten 

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

  7. Remove the J 29193 
  8. Install the new prevailing torque nut (8) to the inner tie rod (5).

    Tighten 

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

  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Adjust the toe-in. Refer to FRONT TOE ADJUSTMENT in Wheel Alignment.
    Fig 3: Installing Inner Tie Rod To Relay Rod
    G01646009Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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