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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009TAHOE BASE, 4.8 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGPOWER STEERING SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING LINKAGE INNER TIE ROD REPLACEMENT (TWO MODE HYBRID)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 C

Installation Procedure

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Installation Procedure

NOTE: Install the new steering linkage inner tie rod washer in the same direction as noted previously.

Install the new steering linkage inner tie rod washer on the steering gear rack.

NOTE: 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 linkage inner tie rod threads.
Attach the steering linkage inner tie rod to the steering gear rack and hand tighten it.

Fig 1: Tightening Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Using Wrench

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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).

Fig 2: Aligning Inner Tie Rod Washer

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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.

NOTE: The appropriate grease must be applied to the small end of the steering gear boot before installation.

Install the steering gear boot. Refer to Steering Gear Boot Replacement .

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• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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• 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.