Silverado 1500 4WD V8-6.0L Hybrid (2009)
Tie Rod: Service and Repair
Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement
Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement (Two Mode Hybrid)
Special Tools
CH-49009 Inner Tie Rod Wrench
Removal Procedure
Note
After removing the steering gear boot, inspect the steering linkage inner tie rod for evidence of corrosion or contamination. If none is evident, continue
with the repair. If corrosion or contamination is evident, replace the steering gear.
Note
The appropriate flats on the steering gear rack are only present on the driver side of the vehicle. If the passenger side steering linkage inner tie rod must
be replaced then the steering gear boot must be removed from the driver's side as well in order to hold the steering gear rack from rotating. Replacing the
passenger side steering linkage inner tie rod will require two people, one to hold the steering gear rack and one to install the steering linkage inner tie
rod.
1. Remove the steering gear boot. Refer to Steering Gear Boot Replacement (See: Steering Gear/Service and Repair) .
2. Disengage the steering linkage inner tie rod washer (1) from the steering linkage inner tie rod.
