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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN K2500, 6.0 UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 264 (WHEEL ALIGNMENT SYSTEM)FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENTSTEERING ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
2006 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 6.0 U
Steering Angle Adjustment
2006 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 6.0 USECTION Steering Angle Adjustment
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Loosen the locknut of the tie-rod end.
- Remove the rack boot clamp.
- Rotate the tie rod and adjust the steering angle.NOTE:
- The travel distance of the right and left tie rods should be the same.
- Rotate the tie rod and adjust so that the difference between right and left dimension L shown in the figure is less than the specification.
- Standard 3 mm {0.12 in} or less
- Tighten the locknut of the tie-rod end.
- Tightening torque 68.6-98.0 N.m {7.00-9.99 kgf.m, 50.6-72.2 ft.lbf}
- Correct the rack boot twists.
- Install and fix the rack boot clamp.
- After adjusting the steering angle, always inspect and adjust the toe angle.
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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.