Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSATURN2000LW1 AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)STEERINGPOWER STEERINGPOWER RACK & PINIONREMOVAL & INSTALLATIONINNER TIE RODREMOVAL
2000 Saturn LW1 Automatic
Inner Tie Rod: Removal
2000 Saturn LW1 AutomaticSECTION Removal
- Loosen jam nut. Remove steering gear. See STEERING GEAR . Unthread tie rods. Remove jam nut. Remove steering gear boot. See RACK & PINION BOOTS . Slide shock damper off inner tie rod, toward steering gear.
- If removing right inner tie rod, remove left boot for access to rack teeth. Place a shop towel over rack teeth, and position Inner Tie Rod Wrench (SA9209C), or equivalent, over shop towel to rigidly hold and support rack. See Figure . While holding rack with wrench, remove inner tie rod with wrench, and remove from gear.
CAUTION:
If rack is not prevented from rotating when loosening or tightening inner tie rod, steering gear will be damaged.
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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.