Removal Procedure

Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

Fig 1: Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Remove the steering linkage outer tie rod nut (1).

Fig 2: Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Loosen the steering linkage inner tie rod nut (1).

Fig 3: Outer Tie Rod Assembly

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

CAUTION:

Do not attempt to free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or wedge type tool, because seal or bushing damage could result. Use the proper tool to separate all ball joints.

Use the J-24319-B puller for Buick, GMC, and Chevrolet and the SA91100C separator for Saturn in order to disconnect the steering linkage outer tie rod from the steering knuckle.

Fig 4: Steering Linkage Inner & Outer Tie Rod

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Remove the steering linkage outer tie rod (2) from the steering linkage inner tie rod (1). Count the total number of complete rotations necessary in order to remove the steering linkage outer tie rod from the steering linkage inner tie rod.