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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C2500, 6.0 UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1151 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING LINKAGE INNER TIE ROD REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 U
Installation Procedure
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 USECTION Installation Procedure
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- Apply LOCTITE® 262, or equivalent, to the steering gear inner tie rod threads.
- Attach the steering linkage inner tie rod onto the steering gear rack.
IMPORTANT:
All threads must be clean prior to LOCTITE® application. Check the LOCTITE®, or equivalent, container for the expiration date. Use only enough LOCTITE® to evenly coat the threads.
NOTE:
Refer to Pipe Wrench Positioning Notice
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When to See a Mechanic
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.