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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Outer Tie Rod Ball Stud & Nut
    GM793269Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Lubricate the steering linkage inner tie rod threads with chassis lubricant. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations .
  2. Install the steering linkage outer tie rod (1) to the steering linkage inner tie rod.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  3. Fig 2: Seating The Idler Arm Tapers
    GM689037Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Use the J 29193  to seat the steering linkage outer tie rod in the steering knuckle. See Special Tools .

    Tighten:  Tighten the J 29193  to 54 N.m (40 lb ft). See Special Tools 

  5. Fig 3: Outer Tie Rod Ball Stud & Nut
    GM793269Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the new steering linkage outer tie rod nut to the steering linkage outer tie rod (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).

  7. Tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod nut.

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

  8. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment .