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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  2. Place match marks on the steering linkage inner tie rod nut and the steering linkage inner tie rod.
  3. GM6300736Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut (1) - Loosen

  4. GM6300737Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut (1) - Loosen

  5. GM6300743Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    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.

    Using the J-42188-B  Ball Joint Separator (1), separate the steering linkage outer tie rod (2) from the steering knuckle.

  6. GM6300739Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut (1) - Remove

  7. GM6300742Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod (1) - Remove

  8. GM5840640Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut (1) - Remove

  9. GM5840646Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Gear Boot Clamp - Outer (1) - Remove

  10. GM5840648Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Gear Boot Clamp - Inner (1) - Remove and DISCARD

  11. GM5840652Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Gear Boot (1) - Remove

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