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Installation Procedure

  1. Lubricate the tie rod threads with chassis lubricant.
  2. Install the tie rod end (4) to the shaft (6).
  3. Install the outer tie rod ball stud (3) to the steering knuckle (1).
    Fig 1: Installing Tie Rod End
    G01662256Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  4. Use the J 29193  in order to install the outer tie rod ball stud.

    Tighten 

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

    Fig 2: Installing Outer Tie Rod Ball Stud
    G01662257Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the new prevailing torque nut (2) to the outer rod ball stud (3).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nut to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).

    6. Fig 3: Installing Prevailing Torque Nut
    G01662258Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Adjust the front toe. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
  7. Tighten the jam nut (5).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nut to 68 N.m (50 lb ft).

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