GM 15869897
Outer Tie Rod

The process starts by taking off the front tire together with the wheel before proceeding to replace the steering linkage outer Tie Rod. The first step starts with removing the steering linkage outer Tie Rod nut while you should also loosen the steering linkage inner Tie Rod nut. Separate all ball joints by using suitable tools instead of pickle forks or wedge tools due to their damaging effects on seals and bushings. The steering linkage outer Tie Rod detachment from the Steering Knuckle requires puller j 24319-b (for Buick, GMC) or separator sa91100c (for Saturn) together with counting the necessary number of rotations for removal. Move on to separate the steering linkage outer Tie Rod from the steering linkage inner Tie Rod . To install integrate the steering linkage outer Tie Rod to its corresponding inner Tie Rod before tightening the inner nut. Proceed by installing the steering linkage outer Tie Rod to the Steering Knuckle. This fastener works as a prevailing torque type but can be reused after cleanliness checks of all components and heightening a torque indicator to 2 n.m (18 lb in) against both counterparts and observing no damage to the fastener otherwise a new fastener must be used. Fasten the steering linkage outer Tie Rod nut with a torque of 30 n.m (22 lb ft) then turn it another 120 degrees (2 flats) while keeping the steering linkage outer Tie Rod End exposed beyond its nut nylon by 2.5-4.5 threads. After tightening the steering linkage inner Tie Rod nut to 75 n.m (55 lb ft) position the front wheel and tire before moving on. Finally, adjust the front toe.

Begin the procedure to replace the steering linkage outer Tie Rod by first removing the front tire along with its wheel. First detach the steering linkage outer Tie Rod nut while then slowly loosening the steering linkage inner Tie Rod nut. Prevent damage to the bushing or seal by not using pickle forks or wedge tools for ball stud separation since the steering linkage and Tie Rod puller (J 24319-B) provides the proper approach to separate the steering linkage outer Tie Rod from the Steering Knuckle . Determine the total number of steering linkage outer Tie Rod rotations required to break loose its attachment from the steering linkage inner Tie Rod. The following step requires removal of the steering linkage outer Tie Rod from its position on the steering linkage inner Tie Rod. Follow this step during installation by attaching the steering linkage inner Tie Rod to the steering linkage outer Tie Rod while leaving the steering linkage inner Tie Rod nut untightened. You should fasten the steering linkage outer Tie Rod onto the Steering Knuckle. A prevailing torque fastener can become reusable only when it meets the criteria of a rust-free condition with a clean appearance and a torque reading of 2 n.m (18 lb in) before the parts settle into position. Replace the fastener when any of the existing criteria fail to satisfy. When installing the steering linkage outer Tie Rod nut it must receive 30 n.m (22 lb ft) torque with 120 degrees (2 flats) of rotation until 2.5 to 4.5 threads on the steering linkage outer Tie Rod End become exposed beyond the nut nylon. To complete the installation phase you should reinstall the front tire/wheel followed by adjusting the front toe after you implement the proper torque of 75 n.m (55 lb ft) on the steering linkage inner Tie Rod nut.

The steering linkage outer Tie Rod replacement starts with removing both front tire and wheel assembly components. The first task is to take off the steering linkage outer Tie Rod nut then loosen the steering linkage inner Tie Rod nut. The j-24319-b (Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller) for buick, gmc, and chevrolet and the sa91100c (Tie Rod Separator) for saturn can replace pickle fork and wedge type tools in disassembling the ball stud to prevent damage to the seal or bushing. The technician will detach the outer Tie Rod from the inner Tie Rod while recording the total rotations for later reinstall. Installation of the new outer Tie Rod will succeed if the measured rotation count during removal is used without tightening the inner Tie Rod nut. The outer Tie Rod needs to connect to the Steering Knuckle but quality check the outer Tie Rod nut and stud threads to assess their corrosion level; change any rusted components. After installing the outer Tie Rod nut, apply torque to the stud until it achieves 2 nm (18 lb in) of torque before it reaches its seating point. Then check if the nut passes this requirement, consider replacing it with a new one. Tighten the outer Tie Rod nut to 30 nm (22 lb ft) before continuing to torque it by an additional 120 degrees. Make sure 2.5 to 4.5 threads extend from the nut nylon. After attaching the front wheel and tire put on the toe measurement then adjust this front steering element before tightening the inner Tie Rod nut to 75 nm (55 lb ft).

Rotate it counterclockwise while holding the power steering gear rack stationary.

Use a 0.25 mm gage to ensure the stakes are secure.

Remove the power steering gear from the vehicle and the power steering gear boot.

Repeat the process for the second inner tie rod and ensure proper staking based on the configuration of the power steering gear rack and inner tie rod.

The fastener and its counterpart should be clean and free from rust, and the fastener should develop 2 Nm (18 lb in) of torque against its counterpart before seating.