Envoy 2WD V8-5.3L (2007)
Important: Threads must be clean prior to LOCTITE(R) application. Check LOCTITE(R) or equivalent container for expiration date.
Use only enough LOCTITE(R) to evenly coat threads.
If male rack (3) and female inner tie rod (2) do not apply LOCTITE(R).
2. If female rack (3) and male inner tie rod (2), apply LOCTITE(R) 262 or equivalent to the inner tie rod threads.
3. Attach the inner tie rod onto the rack (3).
Notice: Refer to Pipe Wrench Positioning Notice.
4. Place a pipe wrench on the rack (3) next to the inner tie rod housing (2).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
5. Place a torque wrench and J 34028 on the flats of the inner tie rod housing (2).
Tighten the inner tie rod to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
6. Slide the shock dampener (2) forward onto the rack.
Important: Threads must be clean prior to LOCTITE(R) application. Check LOCTITE(R) or equivalent container for expiration date.
Use only enough LOCTITE(R) to evenly coat threads.
If male rack and female inner tie rod (1) do not apply LOCTITE(R).
7. If female rack and male inner tie rod (1), apply LOCTITE(R) 262 or equivalent to the inner tie rod threads.
8. Attach the inner tie rod (1) onto the rack.
Notice: Refer to Pipe Wrench Positioning Notice.
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).
Tighten the inner tie rod to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
11. Place the inner tie rod assembly (2) in a vise.
Important: If female rack (1) and male inner tie rod (2) do not stake. If male rack (1) and female inner tie rod (2) you must stake.
12. Stake both sides of the female inner tie rod assembly housing to the male rack.
