Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Cadillac CT4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
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Front Compartment Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Remove [5x]
Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Retainer (2) - Remove [2x]
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Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (1) - Remove
Front Compartment Air Deflector Retainer (2) - Remove [2x]
Engine Front Splash Shield Bolt (3) - Remove
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Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (3) - Remove
Front Compartment Air Deflector Retainer (2) - Remove [2x]
Engine Front Splash Shield Bolt (1) - Remove
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Front Compartment Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Remove [4x]
Front Compartment Air Deflector (2) - Remove
Place match marks on the steering linkage inner tie rod nut and the steering linkage inner tie rod.
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Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut (1) - Loosen
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut (2) - Loosen
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CAUTION:
Do not attempt to disconnect a steering linkage joint by driving a wedge between the joint and the attached part. Seal damage may result which will cause premature failure of the joint.

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Using the CH-42188-B Ball Joint Separator (1) separate the steering linkage outer tie rod (2) from the steering knuckle.
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Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut (1) - Remove
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Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod (1) - Remove
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Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut (1) - Remove
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Steering Gear Boot Outer Clamp (1) - Remove
Steering Gear Boot Inner Clamp (3) - Remove and DISCARD
Steering Gear Boot (2) - Remove