Avalanche 2500 4WD V8-8.1L VIN G (2003)
Tie Rod End: Service and Repair
Inner
REAR WHEEL STEERING TIE ROD END REPLACEMENT (INNER)
TOOLS REQUIRED
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J 44665-2 Inner Tie Rod Wrench
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J 44665-1 Inner Tie Rod Wrench
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
NOTE: Refer to Rear Wheel Steering Lifting and Jacking Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the rack and pinion boot from the steering gear.
4. Using the J 44665-1 (1) and J 44665-2 (2) remove the inner tie rod support clamp.
IMPORTANT: The inner tie rod support clamp has right hand threads. The inner tie rod support nut has left hand threads. To remove the support
clamp turn the clamp counterclockwise.
5. Remove the inner tie rod (1) from the steering gear using the J 44665-2 (2).
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the inner tie rod to the steering gear.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.