OEM 2000 Cadillac Eldorado Tie Rod End

2000 Cadillac Eldorado Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the tie rod end on 2000 Cadillac Eldorado?

  A: The vehicle service requires a suitable lift for raising the vehicle to start servicing the Tie Rod End. Begin by removing the wheel followed by unlocking the lock nut of the outer Tie Rod End. Begin service of the inner tie rod assembly by rotating the jam nut. J 24319-01 tools should be used to first detach the Steering Knuckle outer tie rod assembly and afterward detach the tie rod assembly from the inner rod assembly. The installation requires the outer tie rod assembly to join with the inner tie rod but the jam nut should remain untightened during this process. After the Steering Knuckle connection you should install the lock nut onto the tie rod stud before tightening it to 75 nm (55 ft. Lbs.). Steer clear of twisting and puckering the Rack and Pinion Boot while making adjustment to toe angles. Finish the repair by installing the tire and wheel followed by vehicle lowering and toe adjustment through tightness of the outer tie rod jam nut to 75 nm (55 ft. Lbs.).