Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 2765

Fig. 20: View Of Idler Arm & Relay Rod
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2. Remove the idler arm nut (3) from the idler arm (1).

3. Separate the idler arm (1) from the relay rod (2).

IMPORTANT: Discard the idler arm nut.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 STEERING Steering Linkage - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 21: Removing Outer Tie Rod Assembly From Steering Knuckle
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4. Remove the idler arm from the relay rod using puller J 24319-B .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 STEERING Steering Linkage - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 22: View Of Idler Arm, Frame Bolts & Nuts
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5. Remove the idler arm bolts (3) and the nuts (1) at the vehicle frame.

6. Remove the idler arm (2) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 STEERING Steering Linkage - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 23: View Of Idler Arm, Frame Bolts & Nuts
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1. Position the idler arm (2) to the vehicle frame.

2. Install the idler arm bolts (3) and nuts (1) to the frame.

Tighten: Tighten the bolts and nuts to 105 N.m (78 lb ft).

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 STEERING Steering Linkage - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado