OEM 2007 Chevrolet HHR Tie Rod

2007 Chevrolet HHR Tie Rod Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to replace the Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End on 2007 Chevrolet HHR?

  A: Starting the rack and pinion outer Tie Rod End replacement requires first removing the tire together with its front wheel. First loosen the rack and pinion inner Tie Rod nut before you remove and dispose of the rack and pinion outer Tie Rod End nut. Use the steering linkage and Tie Rod puller (J 24319-B) to pull apart the rack and pinion outer Tie Rod End from the Steering Knuckle while counting the complete rotation counts for removal. The procedure requires removing the rack and pinion inner Tie Rod End from the rack and pinion outer Tie Rod while discarding the exposed inner Tie Rod nut. Maintenance procedures should be followed to check the rack and pinion inner Tie Rod threads then perform needed cleanups or repairs or fully replace this component. Install the new rack and pinion inner Tie Rod nut by threading the rack and pinion outer Tie Rod End to the inner Tie Rod exactly the same number of complete rotations that were counted for removal. After attaching the rack and pinion outer Tie Rod End to the Steering Knuckle you must install the new rack and pinion outer Tie Rod End nut to a torque of 25 n.m (18 lb ft) while also making a 90-degree nut final angle. To complete the replacement process you must first tighten the rack and pinion inner Tie Rod nut along with reinstalling the front tire/wheel and performing front toe adjustment.