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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1530 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING LINKAGE INNER TIE ROD REPLACEMENT (STANDARD)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6

Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Installation Procedure

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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.

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.

Fig 1: View Of Steering Gear Rack & Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod

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Place a pipe wrench on the flats on the steering gear rack (1) next to the steering linkage inner tie rod (2).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod (2).
Tighten: Tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod to 150 N.m (111 lb ft).
Install the steering gear boot. Refer to Steering Gear Boot Replacement - On Vehicle .

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.