Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 2761

Fig. 7: Installing Dial Indicator Between Outer Tie Rod And Steering Knuckle
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10. Install a dial indicator between the steering linkage outer tie rod and the steering knuckle as

shown and push slowly inward with one hand to remove the lash.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 8: Noting Amount Of Movement In Right Side Joint
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11. Place the dial indicator at zero, pull outward, and note the amount of movement in the joint.

The movement should not exceed 1.0 mm (0.039 in).

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 9: Installing Dial Indicator Between Outer Tie Rod End And Relay Rod
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

12. Install the dial indicator between the steering linkage outer tie rod end and the relay rod as

shown and push slowly inward with one hand to remove the lash.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 10: Noting Amount Of Movement In Right Side Tie Rod End
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

13. Place the dial indicator at zero, pull outward, and note the amount of movement in the joint.

The movement should not exceed 1.0 mm (0.039 in).

STEERING LINKAGE OUTER TIE ROD REPLACEMENT

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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