GM 26100286
Outer Tie Rod, Driver Side

Start the procedure to service and repair the Rack And Pinion outer Tie Rod End by first supporting the vehicle while applying the necessary wheel and tire removal steps. You need to eliminate the outer tie rod retaining nut but keep away from disassembling steering linkage joints by inserting a wedge between joints and attached parts to protect the seals from harm. The outer tie rod disconnection from the Steering Knuckle requires the steering linkage and tie rod puller tool (J 24319-B). First loosen the jam nut and then remove the outer tie rod from the inner tie rod while discarding the jam nut. Thoroughly check the shaft for threads that are bent or broken while thoroughly cleaning the tapered knuckle steering surface. For successful installation of a new outer tie rod use suitable chassis lubricant on inner tie rod threads then connect the new jam nut to outer tie rod threads and link it to inner tie rod. After applying the exterior tie rod to the Steering Knuckle you must tighten the new retaining nut to 60 nm (44 ft. Lbs.) according to the fastener notice in service precautions. To complete the procedure you must mount the tire and wheel followed by lowering the vehicle to proceed with front toe adjustment.

The first step to replace an outer Tie Rod End requires vehicle elevation and wheel removal. Begin by taking off the outer tie rod retaining nut but keep the steering linkage joint attached by putting a wedge between the joint and its connected part to prevent seal damage. Disconnect the outer tie rod from the Steering Knuckle by using the steering linkage and tie rod puller (J24319-B). You should begin by loosening the jam nut then detach the outer tie rod from the inner tie rod by removing it while discarding the jam nut. Check the shaft for twisted or broken thread elements while wiping the tapered knuckle surface. Associate a suitable chassis lubricant to the inner tie rod threads before you connect the new jam nut to the outer tie rod and join the two components together. Follow the fastener notice when installing the outer tie rod on the Steering Knuckle and tighten the nut until it reaches 60 nm (44 ft. Lbs.). Complete the process by reinstalling the tire with wheel then lowering the vehicle before executing front toe adjustment.

Tighten the bolts to 195 N.m (144 lb ft).

Secure the gear in a vise.

Avoid damaging the seal by not driving a wedge between the joint and the attached part.

Remove the tire and wheel.

Use a pipe wrench on the rack near the inner tie rod housing and a wrench on the flats of the inner tie rod housing to rotate it counterclockwise until it separates from the rack.

Remove the rear axle support and lower the vehicle.

Install a new jam nut onto the outer tie rod and connect it to the inner tie rod.

Drive a wedge between the joint and the attached part to prevent seal damage.

Raise and support the vehicle.

Remove and discard the outer tie rod retaining nut, ensuring not to disconnect the steering linkage joint.