Installation Procedure
- Remove all traces of the oil, grease, or other contaminants.
- Clean the threads of the tie rod with denatured alcohol or the equivalent and allow to dry.
- Apply Threadlocker GM P/N 12345493 or Canadian P/N 10953488 to the threads of the tie rod.
- Install the steering gear inner tie rod to the relay rod.
Tighten: Using the J 34028 (2) tighten the tie rod to 100 N. See Special Tools .m (74 lb ft).
- Install the steering linkage outer tie rods. Refer to Tie Rod Replacement - Outer .
- Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement .
- Adjust the front toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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IMPORTANT:
Perform the following procedure before installing the new tie rod ends.