OEM 2007 Buick LaCrosse Tie Rod End

2007 Buick LaCrosse Tie Rod End Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to Service and Repair the Tie Rod End on 2007 Buick LaCrosse?

  A: The replacement of Rack And Pinion outer tie rod ends starts with raising and securely supporting the vehicle. Start the process by removing the wheel and tire then you should discard the prevailing torque nut from the outer tie rod assembly followed by loosening the jam nut on the inner tie rod assembly. To protect the seal from damage avoid disconnecting steering linkage joints by inserting a wedge between the joint and the attached part. Users must detatch the outer tie rod assembly from both the Steering Knuckle and inner tie rod assembly through the help of the universal steering linkage puller (J 24319-B). When installing the outer tie rod assembly the technician should connect it to the inner tie rod assembly as a preliminary step before fastening the jam nut. Thread in the Steering Knuckle part with the outer tie rod assembly . Install the prevailing torque nut onto the outer tie rod assembly then tighten it to 30 n.m plus 120 degrees torques (34 lb ft plus 120 degrees) with 2½-4½ threads showing above the nylon washer. Relocate the tire and wheel unit after finishing a front end alignment procedure.