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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  2. Remove the steering linkage outer tie rod nut (1).
    Fig 1: Identifying Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut
    GM1856446Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Loosen the steering linkage inner tie rod nut (1).
    Fig 2: View Of Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut
    GM1856448Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. 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 3: Removing Outer Tie Rod Assembly From Steering Knuckle
    GM643351Courtesy 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.
  5. 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.
    Fig 4: Identifying Steering Linkage Inner & Outer Tie Rod
    GM1856450Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
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