FixVault
Home › Hummer › 2008 › H2 4D Utility Pickup › Repair and Diagnosis › Steering › Steering Linkage › Repair Instructions › Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement › Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Inner Tie Rods Ends
    GM865341Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
    IMPORTANT: Perform the following procedure before installing the new steering linkage inner tie rods.
    • Remove all traces of the oil, grease, or other contaminants.
    • Clean the threads of the steering linkage inner tie rods with denatured alcohol or the equivalent and allow to dry.
    • Apply Threadlocker GM P/N 12345493 or Canadian P/N 10953488 to the threads of the steering linkage inner tie rods.
  1. Install the steering gear inner tie rods to the relay rod.

    Tighten:  Tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).

  2. Install the steering linkage outer tie rods. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
  3. Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement .
  4. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment .
About FixVault