C Yukon 2WD V8-5.7L VIN R (1999)
Tie Rod End: Service and Repair
Tie Rod Replacement
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Tools Required
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J 6627-A Wheel Stud Remover
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J 29193 Steering Linkage Installer (12 mm)
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Suitably support the vehicle with jack stands.
3. Remove the nut (16) from the outer tie rod ball stud (14).
Do NOT reuse the nut.
4. Use the J 6627-A in order to remove the outer tie rod ball stud from the steering knuckle (15).
5. Remove the nut (12) from the inner tie rod ball stud.
Do NOT reuse the nut.
6. Use the J 6627-A in order to remove the inner tie rod ball stud from the relay rod (10).
7. Remove the tie rod ends from the adjuster tube.
7.1. Loosen the clamp nuts.
7.2. Spread the clamps.
7.3. Unscrew the tie rods.
8. Inspect the following components:
8.1. The tie rod ends for damage.
8.2. The tie rod end seals for excessive wear.
8.3. The ball stud threads for damage.
8.4. The adjuster tubes for bending or damaged threads.
9. Clean the tapered surfaces.
10. Clean the threads on the ball stud and in the ball stud nut.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
