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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC2011SAVANA SPECIAL 4.8 AREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 208 (STEERING LINKAGE SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSRELAY ROD REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2011 GMC Savana Special 4.8 A

Installation Procedure

2011 GMC Savana Special 4.8 ASECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 GMC Savana and 2011 Chevrolet Chevy Express. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Idler Arm To Relay Rod Retaining Nut

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Install the relay rod to the vehicle.
Install the relay rod to the pitman arm and idler arm.

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the new relay rod to the idler arm retaining nut and tighten to 63 N.m (47 lb ft).

Fig 2: Pitman Arm To Relay Rod Nut (Non Rack and Pinion)

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Install the new relay rod to the pitman arm retaining nut and tighten to 63 N.m (47 lb ft).

Fig 3: Inner Tie Rods

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Install the inner tie rods to the relay rod.

Fig 4: Inner Tie Rod To Relay Rod Retaining Nut

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Install the inner tie rods to relay rod retaining nuts.

Fig 5: Loosening Inner Tie Rod To Relay Rod Retaining Nut

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Tighten the inner tie rods to relay rod retaining nuts using J 34028 inner tie rod wrench to 112 N.m (83 lb ft).
Lower the vehicle.
Verify the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .

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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.