S10/T10 Blazer 2WD V6-4.3L VIN X (2003)
1. Connect the tie rod ends to the adjuster tube. Ensure that the number of threads on both the inner and the outer tie rod ends are equal within three
threads.
2. Install the inner tie rod ball stud to the relay rod. Ensure that the seal is on the stud.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Seat the taper using J 29193 or J 29194.
Tighten J 29193 or J 29194 to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
4. Remove J 29193 or J 29194 from inner tie rod ball stud.
5. Install the new nut to the inner tie rod ball stud.
Tighten the inner tie rod ball stud nut to the relay rod to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
6. Connect the outer tie rod ball stud to the steering knuckle.
Ensure that the seal is on the stud.
7. Seat the taper using J 29193 or J 29194.
Tighten J 29193 or J 29194 to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
8. Remove J 29193 or J 29194 from outer tie rod ball stud.
9. Install the nut to the outer tie rod ball stud.