C 1500 Truck 2WD V6-4.3L VIN W (2001)
6. Slide the shock dampener (2) forward onto the rack.
Important: Threads must be clean prior to Loctite application. Check Loctite (or equivalent) container for expiration date. Use only enough
Loctite to evenly coat threads.
7. Apply LOCTITE 262 (or equivalent) to the inner tie rod threads.
8. Attach the inner tie rod (1) onto the rack.
9. Place a pipe wrench on the rack next to the inner tie rod housing (4).
10. Place a torque wrench and J 34028 on the flats of the inner tie rod housing (7).
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Tighten the inner tie rod to 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.).
11. Place the inner tie rod assembly (2) in a vise.
12. Stake both sides of the inner tie rod assembly housing to the rack (1).