Tie Rod Adjuster Replacement
Tie Rod Adjuster ReplacementRemoval Procedure
- Tools Required
- J 6627-A Tie Rod / Wheel Stud Remover
Important: The tie rod adjuster parts often become rusted in service. Discard the rusted nuts and bolts if the torque to remove the tie rod clamp nut from the tie rod clamp bolt after the breakaway exceeds 9 Nm (80 ft. lbs.). Apply penetrating oil between the tie rod clamp and the adjuster. Rotate the steering linkage clamps until they move freely. Install the new bolts and nuts that are the same part number to ensure proper clamp at the specified torque.
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the outer tie rod.
4. Loosen the tie rod adjuster clamp bolt at the inner tie rod end of the tie rod adjuster.
Important: Count the number of turns required to remove the tie rod adjuster from the inner tie rod.
5. Remove the tie rod adjuster from the inner tie rod.
Installation Procedure
1. Use EP Chassis Lubricant, GM P/N 1052356 or equivalent, to lubricate the tie rod threads.
2. Use the same number of turns as counted in the removal procedure to thread the tie rod adjuster to the inner tie rod.
3. Install the outer tie rod.
Important: Ensure that both ends of the tie rod adjuster are threaded equally onto the inner and the outer tie rods.
Ensure the clamps are positioned over the adjuster slots.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Install the tie rod adjuster clamp bolts.
- Tighten the tie rod adjuster clamp bolts to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the tire and wheel.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Adjust the toe to the proper specification.