Q: How to replace the outer tie rod end and inner tie rod assembly on Chevrolet Camaro?
A: Begin outer Tie Rod End replacement by removing the cotter pin followed by the hex slotted nut on the outer tie rod assembly . The assembly of the Steering Knuckle requires the universal steering linkage puller (J24319-01) for removing the outer tie rod assembly while the jam nut is loosened on the inner tie rod assembly . Detach the outer tie rod assembly from the inner tie rod assembly as the next step. Before tightening the jam nut , hook up the outer tie rod assembly to the inner tie rod so you can proceed by fitting the outer tie rod assembly to the Steering Knuckle using the hex slotted nut on the outer tie rod stud. Install the hex slotted nut by applying 47 nm (35 ft.lbs.) torque while positioning the cotter pin hole for a final 70 nm (52 ft.lbs.) torque or up to 1/6 additional turn. Never back off the nut before inserting the cotter pin. After inserting the cotter pin through the tie rod stud hole, check that the Rack and Pinion Boot stays untwisted during toe adjustment before making inner tie rod adjustments according to manufacturer guidelines. Complete the adjustment with a hex jam nut torque of 68 nm (50 ft. Lbs.). Begin inner tie rod replacement by removing the Rack and Pinion Boot while maintaining rack alignment to prevent damage. The shock dampener needs detachment from the inner tie rod assembly before sliding it backward onto the rack. Unscrew the rack assembly from the inner tie rod assembly by applying wrenches to the flats of the rack assembly and the inner tie rod housing . Turn the housing counter clockwise to break the connection. First wipe away loctite (R) residue from the rack's threads and inner tie rod threads and then guide the shock dampener back to the rack's front face. Use loctite (R) 262 (or equivalent) to lubricate inner tie rod threads before attaching the inner tie rod to the rack. Use a wrench on the rack's flats along with a torque wrench to tighten the inner tie rod housing to 100 nm (74 ft. Lbs.). Fit the shock dampener over the inner tie rod assembly until it reaches the lowest point then continue with Rack and Pinion Boot reinstallation.
Q: How to replace the Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End on Chevrolet Impala?
A: Before performing replacement of the Rack And Pinion outer Tie Rod End it is essential to lift and secure the vehicle. Start by removing the tire assembly and subsequent detachment of the prevailing torque nut from the outer tie rod assembly followed by unfastening the jam nut from the inner tie rod assembly. Steering linkage joint should not experience damage when you avoid using a wedge to disconnect its parts. A universal steering linkage puller (J 24319-B) should be used for outer tie rod assembly removal from the Steering Knuckle. Proceed with removing the outer tie rod assembly from its connection to the inner tie rod assembly . When installing the components keep the outer and inner tie rod assemblies together using the jam nut but do not over-tighten it. The prevailing torque nut needs to be installed on the outer tie rod assembly before it is secured to the Steering Knuckle through tightening to 30 nm (22 ft. Lbs.) while rotating by 120 degrees until 2 1/2 to 4 1/2 threads extend beyond the nylon washer. The installation ends with a tire and wheel assembly reinstallation followed by vehicle lowering and a front end alignment procedure.
Q: How to replace the Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End on Chevrolet Malibu?
A: The first step towards replacing a Rack And Pinion outer Tie Rod End starts by lifting the vehicle using a stable platform then removing the tire followed by the wheel. First loosen the tie rod jam nut that connects outer to inner parts and remove the prevailing nut between connecting rod and knuckle. Discard that retaining nut. The puppet-like tool known as a pickle fork nor the wedge-type tool should be used to free the ball stud because they risk harming the seal or bushing. Use the tie rod separator (J 24319-B) to break the tie rod connection from the Steering Knuckle before taking the outer tie rod off the inner tie rod. The inner tie rod threads must be cleansed thoroughly before implementing the new outer tie rod attachment. When assembling the new torque prevailing nut on the Steering Knuckle you must maintain control of the ball stud to prevent its rotation. Grab the wheel securely before securing the tire along with installing the wheel. Then reset the front toe.