Escalade 4WD V8-6.0L Hybrid (2011)
1. Position the relay rod (5) in the vehicle.
2. Install the pitman arm (2) to the relay rod (5).
3. Install the idler arm (1) to the relay rod.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Fastener Caution.
4. Install a NEW pitman arm nut (4) and tighten to 62 Nm (46 lb ft).
5. Install a NEW idler arm nut (6) and tighten to 62 Nm (46 lb ft).
6. Install the steering linkage outer tie rods. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement See: Tie Rod/Service and Repair/Steering
Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.
7. Install the steering linkage shock absorber to the relay rod, if equipped. Refer to Steering Linkage Shock Absorber Replacement See: Steering
Damper/Service and Repair.
8. Install the engine shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement See: Body and Frame/Frame/Skid Plate/Service and Repair/Engine
Shield Replacement.
9. Measure the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement See: Alignment/Service and Repair/Wheel Alignment Measurement.
10. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment See: Alignment/Service and Repair/Wheel
Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment.