CTS Sedan AWD V6-3.0L (2010)
1. Lightly clean the threads on the toe link rods using a soft wire brush to remove loose corrosion or dirt.
Caution
Apply heat to ONLY the threads of the toe link rod. To avoid damaging the brake hose or other surrounding components, ensure heat is applied
only to the toe link rod when cleaning the inside toe link rod.
2. Using a BLAZER Micro Torch or equivalent, evenly apply heat up and down and all around the threads of the outside and inside toe link for 15
seconds.
3. Using a clean, dry shop towel, wipe the threads clean. Do not use any solvents to clean the threads.
4. Repeat Steps 2-3 two times.
5. Apply water to cool the toe links before reassembly.
6. Clean the adjustment link with a soft wire pipe cleaning brush to remove loose corrosion or dirt.
7. Hold the adjustment link with pliers.
8. Using a BLAZER Micro Torch or equivalent, evenly apply heat directly on the inside threads and the end faces of the adjustment link for 15
seconds.
