Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 2762

Fig. 11: Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod
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Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedures:
Remove the front tire/wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

1

Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut

Tighten: 60 N.m (44 lb ft)

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

2

Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut
Procedure:
Only loosen the steering linkage inner tie rod nut. Do not remove it.

Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod

Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

STEERING LINKAGE INNER TIE ROD REPLACEMENT

Tools Required

J 34028 Inner Tie Rod Wrench. See Special Tools.

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the engine shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .

2. Remove the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod

Replacement.

3

1. Use puller J 24319-B to separate the steering linkage outer tie rod from

the steering knuckle.

2. Inspect the steering linkage inner tie rod for bent or damaged threads.

Repair or replace the steering linkage inner tie rod as necessary. Refer to
Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement.

3. Clean the tapered surface of the steering knuckle.

4. Lubricate the steering linkage inner tie rod threads with chassis lubricant.

Refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations .

5. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment .

Special Tools:
J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 12: Inner Tie Rods Ends
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3. Remove the steering linkage inner tie rod (1) from the relay rod using wrench J 34028 (2).

See Special Tools.

Installation Procedure

1. Remove all traces of oil, grease, or other contaminants.

2. Clean the threads of the steering linkage inner tie rod with denatured alcohol or the

equivalent and allow to dry.

3. Apply red LOCTITE™ threadlocker, GM P/N 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488) to the

threads of the steering linkage inner tie rod.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 13: Inner Tie Rods Ends
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

4. Install the steering linkage inner tie rod (1) to the relay rod using wrench J 34028 (2). See

Special Tools.

Tighten: Tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).

5. Install the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod

Replacement.

6. Install the engine shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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