Savana 3/4 Ton Van V8-5.3L VIN T (2003)
ordered on a CSO Customer Special Order.
IMPORTANT:
Due to the very small number of vehicles that are expected to require tie rod ends, dealers are asked to order only after inspection determines that a
part is required.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
The following service procedure is for inspecting the nut that attaches the RIGHT side outer tie rod end to the steering knuckle. The procedure also
instructs you to verify the left side torque specification. See the Steering Section of the service manual if additional information is needed.
1.
Raise the vehicle on a suitable hoist and support.
2.
Visually inspect the nut on the RIGHT outer tie rod end at the steering knuckle.
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If the RIGHT tie rod end nut is MISSING, or if the threads are NOT visible on the top side of the tie rod end nut, then replace the tie rod end.
Proceed to step 3 if tie rod end replacement is necessary.
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If the nut is present and some of the threads on the tie rod end stud are visible on the top side of the nut, verify that it has been tightened to 63
Nm (47 lb-ft) by using a torque wrench. At this time, verify that the nut attaching the left side tie rod end to that knuckle has been tightened to
the same specification. Proceed to the last step of this procedure and install the GM Recall Identification Label.
3.
Remove the nut, if present, from the tie rod end and separate the tie rod stud from the steering knuckle.
Important
Retain the removed tie rod end in the next step until you receive a return request from the Warranty Parts Center.
4.
Loosen the adjuster nut approximately one turn and unscrew the tie rod end from the steering gear.
5.
Screw the new tie rod end on the steering gear until it is approximately one thread away from contacting the adjuster nut.
6.
Install the tie rod end stud in the steering knuckle and install the new attaching nut. Tighten the nut to 63 Nm (47 lb-ft). At this time, verify that the
nut attaching the left side tie rod end to that knuckle has been tightened to the same specification.
7.
Tighten the adjuster nut to 68 Nm (50 lb-ft).
8.
If the new tie rod end has a grease fitting, apply grease as necessary.
9.
Lower the vehicle.
10.
Check the alignment and set toe-in as necessary.
11.
Install the GM Recall Identification Label.
RECALL IDENTIFICATION LABEL - For US and IPC
Place a Recall Identification Label on each vehicle corrected in accordance with the instructions outlined in this Product Recall Bulletin. Each label
provides a space to include the recall number and the five (5) digit dealer code of the dealer performing the recall service. This information may be
inserted with a typewriter or a ball point pen.
Put the Recall Identification Label on a clean and dry surface of the radiator core support in an area that will be visible to people servicing the vehicle.
When installing the Recall Identification Label, be sure to pull the tab to allow adhesion of the clear protective covering.
Additional Recall Identification Labels for US dealers can be obtained from Dealer Support Materials by either ordering on the web from DWD Store,
