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Installation Procedure

  1. Lubricate the inner tie rod (3) threads with a suitable chassis lubricant before installing the outer tie rod (2).
  2. Install the new jam nut (1) to the outer tie rod (2).
  3. Install the outer tie rod (2) to the inner tie rod (3).
    Fig 1: Installing Outer Tie Rod To Inner Tie Rod
    G01597073Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the outer tie rod retaining nut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the outer tie rod retaining nut to 60 Nm (44 lb ft).

  6. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION  in Tires and Wheels.
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Adjust the front toe. Refer to FRONT TOE ADJUSTMENT  in Wheel Alignment.
    Fig 2: Installing Outer Tie Rod Retaining Nut
    G01597074Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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