Q: How to replace the Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End on Cadillac CTS?
A: The first step for replacing the Rack And Pinion outer Tie Rod End involves vehicle elevation followed by tire and wheel removal. The first step is to loosen the outer tie rod jam nut before removing its retaining nut. The steering linkage and tie rod puller (J 24319-B) will be used to disconnect the outer tie rod from the Steering Knuckle with note of the removal count for reinstallation. Take the outer tie rod out from the inner tie rod. The installation of the outer tie rod onto the inner tie rod should be performed using the exact number of turns recorded during removal before adjusting the jam nut. The mechanic should attach the outer tie rod to the Steering Knuckle while installing the outer tie rod retaining nut before securing it at a torque of 70 nm (52 ft. Lbs.). A tire and wheel installation follows after the completion of front toe adjustment when lowering the vehicle.
Q: How to replace the Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End on Cadillac SRX?
A: You must start replacement of Rack And Pinion outer Tie Rod End by taking off the tire and wheel assembly. First loosen the outer tie rod jam nut before removing its retaining nut. Detach the outer tie rod by using the steering linkage and tie rod puller (J 24319-B) on the Steering Knuckle while counting the complete turns for alignment reference. Take out the outer tie rod so you can remove it from the inner tie rod. Use the identical number of complete turns when installing which were recorded during removal steps. Secure the outer tie rod to the inner tie rod without applying pressure to its jam nut. Anchor the outer tie rod to the Steering Knuckle followed by tightening the retaining nut to 70 n.m (52 lb ft). Install the tire along with the wheel and perform front toe adjustment.
Q: How to replace the Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End on Cadillac STS?
A: The first step for replacing a Rack And Pinion outer Tie Rod End includes raising and adequately supporting the vehicle. Start by removing the tire and wheel followed by loosening the jam nut of the outer tie rod, then take out its retaining nut. Follow the application steps with the steering linkage and tie rod puller (J24319-B) to detach the outer tie rod from the Steering Knuckle and withdraw it from the inner tie rod. Keep records of the removal turns that should match during reinstallation. To install the components link the outer tie rod to the inner tie rod without adjusting the jam nut while implementing the same number of turning noted during uninstallation. Begin by attaching the outer tie rod to the Steering Knuckle before installing the outer tie rod retaining nut which needs to be tightened to 70 nm (52 ft. Lbs.). Place your tire and wheel before lowering the vehicle for adjusting the front toe.