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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2002CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 6.5 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGSTEERING LINKAGE (NON-RACK & PINION)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCONNECTING ROD REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2002 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.5 F

Removal Procedure

2002 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.5 FSECTION Removal Procedure

Important:  Use the proper tool in order to separate the ball studs.

  1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle with suitable safety stands.
  2. Remove the prevailing torque nut (1) from the relay rod (2) ball stud at the pitman arm.

    Discard the prevailing torque nut (1).

    Fig 1: Removing Prevailing Torque Nut
    G01687817Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Use the J 24319-B  in order to remove the connecting rod from the relay rod.
  4. Remove the prevailing torque nut from the connecting rod ball stud at the pitman arm.

    Discard the prevailing torque nut.

  5. Use the J 24319-B  in order to remove the connecting rod from the pitman arm.
  6. Remove the connecting rod from the vehicle.
  7. Inspect the ball stud threads for damage.
  8. Inspect the ball stud seals for excessive wear.
  9. Clean the threads on the ball stud.
    Fig 2: Removing Connecting Rod
    G01687818Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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  • • 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.