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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 751 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTIE ROD REPLACEMENT - INNER (MAGNASTEER)DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time

Disassembly Procedure

1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Disassembly Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. To remove the rack and pinion boot and the breather tube. Refer to Rack And Pinion Boot And Breather Tube Replacement - Off Vehicle  .
  2. Place the gear in a vise.
    NOTE: 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.
  3. Remove the shock dampener (6) from the inner tie rod assembly (4).
  4. Slide the shock dampener (6) back on the rack (5).
    Fig 1: Removing Shock Dampener From Inner Tie Rod Assembly
    G01490064Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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