TrailBlazer 2WD L6-4.2L VIN S (2003)
1. Lubricate the inner tie rod (3) threads with a suitable chassis lubricant before installing the outer tie rod (2).
2. Install the outer tie rods.
3. Install the power steering gear to the vehicle.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Install the power steering gear mounting bolts.
Tighten the power steering gear mounting bolts to 110 Nm (81 ft. lbs.).
5. Remove the support from the power steering gear.
6. Install the power steering hose assembly to the power steering gear.
7. Install the power steering hose assembly to power steering gear retaining bolt.
Tighten the power steering hose assembly to power steering gear retaining bolt to 12 Nm (106 inch lbs.).
8. Install the steering gear crossmember.
9. Connect the lower intermediate shaft to the power steering gear.