How to service and repair the center link on Chevrolet K3500?

To service and repair the Center Link, start with raising the vehicle, place jack stands to support it. Take out the steering shock absorber depending on the relay rod, if available. Use the correct tool to remove all Tie Rod and ball joints. Do not reuse the idler arm ball stud nut while removing the inner Tie Rod Ball Joint from the relay rod. Then, take off the idler arm ball stude nut and pirman arm nut. Use the universal steering linkage puller (J 24319-01) to remove the relay rod from the idler arm ball stud and the pitman arm ball stud. If available, drag the link from the pitman shaft. Check for damage on Tie Rod threads and ball stud, check for excess wear on ball stud seals and clean ball stud threads. For installation, secure the relay rod to the idler arm ball stud and the pitman arm ball stud making sure that the seal is on the stud. Applying the steering linkage installer (12 mm) (J 29193) or the steering linkage installer (14 mm) (J 29194) tighten the ball stud to 62 nm (46 ft. Lbs.) to seat tapers and then take out the installer. Put on the new idler arm prevailing torque nut and tighten it to 62 nm (46 ft. Lbs.) along with the new pitman arm prevailing torque nut. Lastly, install the Tie Rod inner ball joints to the relay rod and the steering shock absorber to the relay rod if equipped.

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Chevrolet Center Link Part Number: 26037645
$65.01 MSRP: $124.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Kit, Steering Connecting; Drag Link
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- El Camino | 1984-1987 | Base, Conquista, SS | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Monte Carlo | 1984-1988 | Base, LS, SS | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Drag Link Part Number: 26039568
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod, Steering Connecting; Center Link
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Astro | 1985-2005 | Base, CL, CS, LS, LT | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Intermediate Rod Part Number: 26057014
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Kit, Steering Linkage Connect; Intermed Rod; Rod Kit, Steering Connecting
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Astro | 1990-2005 | Base, CL, CS, LS, LT | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Center Link Part Number: 22913603
$216.22 MSRP: $340.21
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Kit, Steering Connecting; Steering Center Link; Drag Link
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Silverado 2500 HD | 2011-2014 | LT, LTZ, WT | 8 Cyl 6.0 L CNG, 8 Cyl 6.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL
- Silverado 3500 HD | 2011-2014 | LT, LTZ, WT | 8 Cyl 6.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Center Link Part Number: 26001371
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod; Steering Center Link; Drag Link
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- R30 | 1988 | Cheyenne, Custom Deluxe, Scottsdale, Silverado | 6 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
- R3500 | 1990-1991 | Cheyenne, Scottsdale, Silverado | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
- V20 Suburban | 1988 | Scottsdale, Silverado | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
- V2500 Suburban | 1989-1991 | Scottsdale, Silverado | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
- V30 | 1988 | Cheyenne, Custom Deluxe, Scottsdale, Silverado | 6 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
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Chevrolet Drag Link Part Number: 26048566
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Kit, Steering Linkage Connect; Steering Drag Link; Center Link; Rod Kit, Steering Connecting
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Express 1500 | 1996-2002 | Base, LS, LT | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- Express 2500 | 1996-2002 | Base, LS | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.7 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
- Express 3500 | 1996-2002 | Base, LS | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.7 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 8.1 L GAS
- P30 | 1996-1999 | Base | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
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Chevrolet Center Link Part Number: 19149619
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Kit, Steering Connecting; Drag Link
- Replaces: 89040375, 12471375
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Avalanche 1500 | 2002-2006 | Base, LS, LT, North Face, On Road Edition, WBH, Z66, Z71 | 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
- Avalanche 2500 | 2002 | Base | 8 Cyl 8.1 L GAS
- Express 2500 | 2003-2004 | Base, LS | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L CNG, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
- Express 3500 | 2003-2004 | Base, LS | 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L CNG, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
- Silverado 1500 | 1999-2007 | Base, Hybrid, LS, LT, LTZ, SS, WT, Z71 Off-Road | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
- Silverado 1500 Classic | 2007 | Hybrid, LS, LT, SS, WT | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
- Silverado 1500 HD | 2005-2006, 2001-2003 | Base, LS, LT | 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
- Silverado 1500 HD Classic | 2007 | LT | 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
- Silverado 2500 | 1999-2000 | Base, LS, LT | 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
- Suburban 1500 | 2000-2006 | Base, LS, LT, LTZ, Z71 | 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Drag Link Part Number: 26039645
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod, Steering Connecting; Center Link
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Astro | 1990-2005 | Base, CL, CS, LS, LT | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Center Link Part Number: 26037644
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Kit, Steering Connecting; Drag Link; Rod Kit, Steering Intermediate
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Camaro | 1984-1992 | Base, Berlinetta, Iroc-Z, LT, RS, RS Heritage Edition, Sport, Z28, Z28 Heritage Edition | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.1 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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Chevrolet Center Link Part Number: 22913604
$217.54 MSRP: $342.28
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Kit, Steering Connecting; Drag Link
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Silverado 2500 HD | 2015 | High Country, LT, LTZ, WT | 8 Cyl 6.0 L CNG, 8 Cyl 6.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL
- Silverado 3500 HD | 2015 | High Country, LT, LTZ, WT | 8 Cyl 6.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Center Link Part Number: 26021270
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod, Steering Connecting; Drag Link
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- G10 | 1992-1995 | Beauville, Chevy Van, Sportvan | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- G20 | 1992-1995 | Beauville, Chevy Van, Sportvan | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
- G30 | 1992-1996 | Beauville, Chevy Van, Hi-Cube, Sportvan | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
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Chevrolet Center Link Part Number: 12386615
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Kit, Steering Connecting; Drag Link
- Replaces: 26034085
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Blazer | 1995-2005 | Base, LS, LT, Trailblazer, Xtreme, ZR2 | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
- S10 | 1985-2003 | Baja, Base, Durango, EL, LS, Sport, SS, Tahoe, Xtreme, ZR2, ZR5 | 4 Cyl 1.9 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.2 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.2 L FLEX, 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
- S10 Blazer | 1984-1994 | Base, High Country, LT, Sport, Tahoe, Tahoe LT | 4 Cyl 1.9 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Center Link Part Number: 26023000
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Kit, Steering Connecting; Drag Link Repair Kit; Steering Tie Rod End; Outer Tie Rod End; Drag Link; Center Link Assembly
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- C1500 | 1997-1999 | Base, Cheyenne, LS, Silverado, WT | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
- C2500 | 1997-2000 | Base, Cheyenne, LS, Silverado, WT | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
- C3500 | 1997-2000 | Base, Cheyenne, LS, Silverado | 8 Cyl 5.7 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
- K1500 | 1997-1999 | Base, Cheyenne, LS, Silverado, WT | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
- K2500 | 1997-2000 | Base, Cheyenne, LS, Silverado, WT | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
- K3500 | 1997-2000 | Base, Cheyenne, LS, Silverado | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
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Chevrolet Center Link Part Number: 26055302
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Kit, Steering Connecting; Drag Link
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Blazer | 1996-2005 | Base, LS, LT, Trailblazer, Xtreme, ZR2 | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
- S10 | 1996-2004 | Base, LS, SS, Xtreme, ZR2, ZR5 | 4 Cyl 2.2 L FLEX, 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Center Link Part Number: 26038980
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Kit, Steering Connecting; Drag Link
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Blazer | 1995-2005 | Base, LS, LT, Trailblazer, Xtreme, ZR2 | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
- S10 | 1996-2004, 1985-1994 | Baja, Base, Durango, EL, LS, Sport, SS, Tahoe, Xtreme, ZR2, ZR5 | 4 Cyl 1.9 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.2 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.2 L FLEX, 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
- S10 Blazer | 1984-1994 | Base, High Country, LT, Sport, Tahoe, Tahoe LT | 4 Cyl 1.9 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Center Link Part Number: 26059109
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Kit, Steering Connecting; Drag Link; Rod Kit, Steering Intermediate
- Replaces: 26037685
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Caprice | 1994-1996 | Classic, Classic LS | 8 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- Impala | 1994-1996 | SS | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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Chevrolet Center Link Part Number: 26038989
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Kit, Steering Connecting; Drag Link
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Blazer | 1996-2005 | Base, LS, LT, Trailblazer, Xtreme, ZR2 | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
- S10 | 1996-2004 | Base, LS, SS, Xtreme, ZR2, ZR5 | 4 Cyl 2.2 L FLEX, 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Center Link Part Number: 26059126
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Kit, Steering Connecting; Drag Link; Rod Kit, Steering Intermediate
- Replaces: 07837639, 7837639, 26037646
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Caprice | 1984-1996 | Base, Classic, Classic Brougham, Classic LS, Classic LS Brougham, Classic LTZ | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- Impala | 1994-1996, 1984-1985 | Base, SS | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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Chevrolet Center Link Part Number: 7837639
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Assembly, Intermediate; Drag Link
- Replaced by: 26059126
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Caprice | 1984-1990 | Base, Classic, Classic Brougham, Classic LS Brougham | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- Impala | 1984-1985 | Base | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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Chevrolet Center Link Part Number: 12471385
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rod Kit, Steering Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End; Drag Link
- Position: Inner
Fits the following Chevrolet Models:
- Silverado 1500 | 1999 | Base, LS, LT | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
- Silverado 2500 | 1999-2000 | Base, LS, LT | 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
- Suburban 2500 | 2000 | Base, LS, LT | 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Center Link has opened steering components, which provides straightforward and assured wheel control. The continuous upgrades have equipped Chevrolet to make everyday drives easy, gutsy adventures in the last century. Since the opening V8 wail to the current mute electric acceleration, Chevy continues to drive its promise of power without headache. Chevy models also have obvious dashboard formats, smartphone-inspired infotainment and a cabin that puts off mud or snack crumbs. Extensive warranty and transparent pricing prevent customers from having guessing games at the counter. Chevy also deploys over-the-air software updates, and hence drivers open up their eyes to new maps and a cleaner throttle response. The reason that makes road trips remain stress-free is the insulation of noise, adaptive suspensions and spacious seats that absorb fatigue before it can lead to others. The Center Link, located within the steering system, is a long strip connecting the idler and steering arms and is the backbone of the steering system, which transfers all the wheel commands with the least amount of slackness even after years of pothole abuse. The worn Center Link causes the front wheels to flutter and the car to drift, and hence replacing the bar with a new one will ensure smooth turn-in and equal wear of tires. Robust construction in steel, narrow gaps and greasy ends ensure that it has a quick assembly and will remain silent without continual adjustments.

Chevrolet Center Link Parts and Q&A

Idler Arm
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Q: How to service and repair the center link on Chevrolet K3500?
A:
To service and repair the Center Link, start with raising the vehicle, place jack stands to support it. Take out the steering shock absorber depending on the relay rod, if available. Use the correct tool to remove all Tie Rod and ball joints. Do not reuse the idler arm ball stud nut while removing the inner Tie Rod Ball Joint from the relay rod. Then, take off the idler arm ball stude nut and pirman arm nut. Use the universal steering linkage puller (J 24319-01) to remove the relay rod from the idler arm ball stud and the pitman arm ball stud. If available, drag the link from the pitman shaft. Check for damage on Tie Rod threads and ball stud, check for excess wear on ball stud seals and clean ball stud threads. For installation, secure the relay rod to the idler arm ball stud and the pitman arm ball stud making sure that the seal is on the stud. Applying the steering linkage installer (12 mm) (J 29193) or the steering linkage installer (14 mm) (J 29194) tighten the ball stud to 62 nm (46 ft. Lbs.) to seat tapers and then take out the installer. Put on the new idler arm prevailing torque nut and tighten it to 62 nm (46 ft. Lbs.) along with the new pitman arm prevailing torque nut. Lastly, install the Tie Rod inner ball joints to the relay rod and the steering shock absorber to the relay rod if equipped.