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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 631 (STEERING LINKAGE (NON-RACK & PINION))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTIE ROD REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Removal Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure
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  1. Raise the vehicle.

    Important:  Use the J 24319-B  in order to separate all the tie rods and ball joints.

  2. Remove the nut (2) from the outer tie rod ball stud (3).
    3. Fig 1: Outer Tie Rod & Components
    G01667065Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Use the J 24319-B  in order to remove the outer tie rod ball stud from the steering knuckle.

    Important:  Do not reuse the nut.

    4. Fig 2: Removing Outer Tie Rod Ball Stud From Steering Knuckle
    G01667066Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the tie rod end from the shaft by loosening the jam nut.
  5. Remove the outer tie rod end from the relay rod.
  6. Inspect the shaft (6) for bent or damaged threads.
  7. Clean the tapered surface of the steering knuckle (1).
RENDER: 1.0x

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