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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK2013REGAL TURBO PREMIUM, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 42 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING LINKAGE OUTER TIE ROD REPLACEMENT
2013 Buick Regal Turbo Premium, Standard Trans

Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement

2013 Buick Regal Turbo Premium, Standard TransSECTION Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Buick Regal. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod
GM1779542Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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Preliminary Procedures

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
1 Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten:  35 N.m (26 lb ft)
2 Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut

Procedure

  1. Use paint in order to place match marks on the steering linkage inner tie rod nut and on the steering linkage inner tie rod.
  2. During installation, align the match marks.
  3. Do not tighten the nut during installation. Tighten the nut after adjusting the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment .
3 Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod
CAUTION: Do not free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or a wedge-type tool. Damage to the seal or bushing may result.

Procedure

  1. Use the CH-24319-B:  puller in order to separate the steering linkage outer tie rod from the steering knuckle.
  2. Inspect the steering linkage inner tie rod for bent or damaged threads.
  3. Clean the tapered surface of the steering knuckle.
  4. After the installation is complete, measure and adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment .

Special Tools: 
CH-24319-B:  Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.