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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2016CORVETTE Z06, 2D COUPE, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGPOWER STEERING SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING LINKAGE OUTER TIE ROD REPLACEMENT
2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, 2D Coupe, Standard Trans

Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement

2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, 2D Coupe, Standard TransSECTION Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
Fig 1: Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod
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Preliminary Procedure 
Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
1 Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Procedure 
Place match marks on the steering linkage inner tie rod nut and the steering linkage inner tie rod.
NOTE: Do NOT tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod nut during installation. Tighten the nut after adjusting the front toe.
2 Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut
Tighten 
First Pass: 30 N.m (22 lb ft)
Final Pass: (115-125 degrees)
3 Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod
CAUTION: Do not free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or a wedge-type tool. Damage to the seal or bushing may result.

Procedure

  1. Use the CH-42188-B  separator to separate the steering linkage outer tie rod from the steering knuckle.
  2. Clean the tapered surface of the steering knuckle.
  3. Inspect the steering linkage inner tie rod for bent or damaged threads. If necessary, replace the steering linkage inner tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement (Left Side)  and Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement (Right Side) 
  4. Measure and adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment

Special Tools 
CH-42188-B  Ball Joint Separator
Equivalent regional tools:Special Tools 
RENDER: 1.0x

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