Installation Procedure

Important:  Perform the following procedure before installing the new tie rod ends:

1. Remove all traces of the oil, grease, or other contaminants.
2. Clean the threads of the tie rod with denatured alcohol or the equivalent and allow to dry.
3. Apply red LOCTITE Threadlocker, GM P/N 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488) to the threads of the inner tie rod.
   NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
4. Install the inner tie rod to the relay rod.

   Tighten 

   Using the J 34028  (2) tighten the tie rod to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).

   Fig 1: Installing Inner Tie Rod

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5. Install the outer tie rod end. Refer to TIE ROD REPLACEMENT  .
6. Install the engine protection shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement in Frame and Underbody.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Verify the wheel alignment. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS in Wheel Alignment.