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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDEDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 325 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING LINKAGE INNER TIE ROD REPLACEMENT (TWO MODE HYBRID)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended

Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Installation Procedure
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    IMPORTANT: Install the new steering linkage inner tie rod washer in the same direction as noted previously.
  1. Install the new steering linkage inner tie rod washer on the steering gear rack.
    2. 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.
  2. Apply LOCTITE® 262 or equivalent to the steering linkage inner tie rod threads.
  3. Attach the steering linkage inner tie rod to the steering gear rack and hand tighten it.
    4. Fig 1: Tightening Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Using Wrench
    GM2038222Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod using wrench CH-49009  . See Special Tools .

    Tighten:  Tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod to 145 N.m (107 lb ft).

    5. Fig 2: Aligning Inner Tie Rod Washer
    GM1977978Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Align the new steering linkage inner tie rod washer (1) to the flats on the steering linkage inner tie rod and bend the tabs over the flats.
    6. IMPORTANT: The appropriate grease must be applied to the small end of the steering gear boot before installation.
  6. Install the steering gear boot. Refer to Steering Gear Boot Replacement - On Vehicle .
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