Malibu L4-2.4L (2010)
12. If the steering gear has a female rack (1) and a male inner tie rod (3), remove the old LOCTITE(R) from the threads (2) on the inner tie rod and
from the threads on the rack.
If the steering gear has a male rack (5) and a female inner tie rod (4), LOCTITE(R) will not be present.
Assembly Procedure
Note: The threads must be clean prior to LOCTITE(R) application. Inspect the LOCTITE(R), or equivalent, container for the expiration date. Use
only enough LOCTITE(R) to evenly coat the threads.
If the steering gear has a male rack (5) and a female inner tie rod (2), do not apply LOCTITE(R).
1. If the steering gear has a female rack (1) and a male inner tie rod (3), apply LOCTITE(R) 262, or equivalent, to the threads (2) on the left inner tie
rod.
2. Install the left inner tie rod to the rack (3).
3. Place a pipe wrench on the rack next to the left inner tie rod housing (2).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Fastener Caution).
4. Place a torque wrench and the J-34028 - wrench on the flats of the left inner tie rod housing. Tighten the inner tie rod to 100 Nm (74 lb ft).
