Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Cadillac SRX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
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Preliminary Procedures
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
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- Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
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Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut
Tighten
- 25 N.m (18 lb ft)
- 90 degrees
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Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut Procedure
- Use paint in order to place match marks on the steering linkage inner tie rod nut and on the steering linkage inner tie rod.
- During installation, align the match marks.
- Do not tighten the nut during installation. Tighten the nut after adjusting the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment
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Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod
CAUTION:
Do not free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or a wedge-type tool. Damage to the seal or bushing may result.
Procedure
- Use the CH-24319-B
puller in order to separate the steering linkage outer tie rod from the steering knuckle.
- Inspect the steering linkage inner tie rod for bent or damaged threads.
- Clean the tapered surface of the steering knuckle.
- After the installation is complete, measure and adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment
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Special Tools
CH-24319-B
Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools . |