Grand Prix V6-3.1L VIN J (2000)
1. Slide the shock dampener (2) forward onto the rack (1).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Attach the inner tie rod (6) on the rack (1) as follows:
2.1.
Place a wrench on the flats of the rack assembly (3).
2.2.
Attach a torque wrench (5) to J 34028 and place on the flats of the inner tie rod housing (4).
Inner tie rod to 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.).
3. Place the inner tie rod assembly (2) in a vise.
4. Stake both sides of the inner tie rod assembly to the flats on the rack (1).
5. Insert a 0.25 mm gauge (1) between the rack (2) and the inner tie rod housing (3) in order to check both stakes. The feeler gauge (1) must not pass
between the rack and the housing stake.
