Envoy 2WD V8-5.3L VIN M (2005)
14. Slide the shock dampener (2) over the inner tie rod housing (3) until the front lip of the shock dampener (2) bottoms against the inner tie rod
housing (3).
15. To assemble the rack and pinion boot.
(Quiet Valve)
Rack and Pinion Inner Tie Rod Replacement - Off Vehicle (Quiet Valve)
Disassembly Procedure
1. Remove the rack and pinion boot.
2. Place the gear in a vise.
3. Notice: Do not change the steering gear preload adjustment before moving the inner tie rod from the steering gear. Changing the steering gear
preload adjustment before moving the inner tie rod could result in damage to the pinion and the steering gear.
Remove the shock dampener (4) from the inner tie rod assembly (6).
4. Slide the shock dampener (4) back on the rack (5).
5. Notice: Refer to Pipe Wrench Positioning Notice in Service Precautions.