OEM Chevrolet Monte Carlo Tie Rod End

Chevrolet Monte Carlo Tie Rod End Parts and Q&A

• Outer Tie Rod
  26086579
  Q: How to replace the Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End on Chevrolet Monte Carlo?

  A:

  The first step to replace a Rack And Pinion outer Tie Rod End begins with vehicle raising and proper suspension. Start by removing the tire and wheel before removing the prevailing torque nut from the outer tie rod assembly while loosening the jam nut of the inner tie rod assembly. Steering linkage joints should not be removed as a wedge tool inserted between the parts will stop securing ring damage. The universal steering linkage puller (J 24319-B) should be used to separate the outer tie rod assembly from the Steering Knuckle after its removal from the Steering Knuckle. The next step involves disconnecting the outer tie rod assembly from the inner tie rod assembly . Install the outer tie rod assembly to the inner tie rod assembly while omitting jam nut tightening. After setting the outer tie rod assembly in position with the Steering Knuckle you can install the prevailing torque nut on the outer tie rod assembly before tightening it to 30 nm (22 ft. Lbs.) with an extra 120° rotation that displays 2 1/2 - 4 1/2 threads beyond the nylon washer. After the installation complete with the front end alignment you should lower the vehicle, reattach the tire and wheel assembly and tighten the jam nut to 70 nm (52 ft. Lbs.).
• Outer Tie Rod
  19418696
  Q: How to service and repair the tie rod end on Chevrolet Monte Carlo?

  A:

  A safe working position with a raised vehicle serves as the initial step for Tie Rod End servicing and repair work. Start by removing the tire and wheel followed by taking off the prevailing torque nut which fastens the outer tie rod assembly. The universal steering linkage puller (J 24319-B) enables the removal of the outer tie rod assembly from the Steering Knuckle by using the jam nut on the inner tie rod assembly while loosening the jam nut on the inner tie rod assembly . The next step requires separation of the outer tie rod assembly from the inner tie rod assembly. Begin outer tie rod assembly installation by mounting it onto the inner tie rod assembly without applying force to the jam nut. The Steering Knuckle assembly requires the outer tie rod assembly which must be installed while securing it with a prevailing torque nut implemented at 30 nm (22 ft. Lbs.) while rotating an additional 120 degrees when 2 1/2 - 4 1/2 threads emerge past the nylon washer. After reattaching the wheel and tire complete the process by doing a front end alignment on the vehicle. To assemble everything correctly first tighten the jam nut to 70 nm (52 ft. Lbs.) against the outer tie rod assembly after which the tire and wheel assembly should be put back. Finally, lower the vehicle until the wheel makes contact with the ground.