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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009TAHOE BASE, 4.8 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 145 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING LINKAGE INNER TIE ROD INSPECTIONINSPECTION PROCEDURE

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 C

Inspection Procedure

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Inspection Procedure

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Turn the ignition key to the on position with the engine off.
With the aid of an assistant, turn the steering wheel to the full stop position and hold it in that position until the test is complete. The tie rod being tested should be inside the steering gear housing seated against the steering stop.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

Fig 1: View Of Inner Tie Rod & Steering Gear Housing

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

If there is not a good location for the dial indicator pointer at the steering gear housing, install a large worm gear hose clamp to the steering gear housing over the larger steering gear boot clamp and align the clamp so that the screw can be a location for the dial indicator pointer.
Install a dial indicator between the inner tie rod (2) and the steering gear housing or the worm gear clamp in such a way as to measure the lash between the inner tie rod and the steering gear housing.

Fig 2: Moving Tire To Measure Lash

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.