OEM Chevrolet Classic Tie Rod

Chevrolet Classic Tie Rod Parts and Q&A

• Outer Tie Rod
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  Q: How to replace the outer tie rod end on Chevrolet Classic?

  A:

  Start the replacement process of the outer Tie Rod End by using the j 24319-b (J 24319-B) universal steering linkage puller to divide all Tie Rod ends. Start by uninstalling the wheel together with the tire before disassembling the outer Tie Rod ball stud nut and freeing up the jam nut. The j 24319-b (J 24319-B) universal steering linkage puller will be used once more to separate the outer Tie Rod ball stud from its position in the Steering Knuckle. Inspection of the inner Tie Rod shaft starts by removing its associated Tie Rod End after which you should check for any signs of bending or thread damage. All dirt needs removal from the tapered Steering Knuckle surface prior to building installation. The new Tie Rod End gets fastened to the inner Tie Rod shaft and the outer Tie Rod ball stud mounts to the Steering Knuckle . The prevailing torque nut should be installed on the outer Tie Rod ball stud before tightening it to 20 nm (15 ft. Lbs.) with additional 180-degree nut rotation. Put back the tire and wheel and adjust the front toe in conclusion.
• Inner Tie Rod
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  Q: How to service and repair the inner tie rod on Chevrolet Classic?

  A:

  Start inner Tie Rod service and repair by hoisting the vehicle before removing wheels and tires then booting the Rack And Pinion. Complete the first step by removing the Rack and Pinion Boot. Changing the rack bearing preload adjustment needs to be postponed until the inner Tie Rod separates from the steering rack for the avoidance of possible damage. Put the shock dampener off the inner Tie Rod to secure it onto the rack. Position the j 34028 inner Tie Rod wrench (J 34028) on the flats of the inner Tie Rod housing before rotating it counterclockwise to detach it from the rack through proper engagement. Remove all remnants of loctite® adhesive from the thread surfaces between the rack and the inner Tie Rod. According to procedure the shock dampener should be placed on the rack before applying loctite® to clean threads using only sufficient loctite® to cover the threads evenly. The inner Tie Rod threads need loctite® 262 (or equivalent) treatment before inner Tie Rod placement on the Rack And Pinion . The j 34028 torque wrench should be used to tighten the inner Tie Rod when holding the rack before reaching a torque of 100 nm (74 ft. Lbs.). Place the shock dampener over the inner Tie Rod housing until it reaches the lowest point against the housing before installing the Rack And Pinion boat and then proceeding with the tire and wheel reinstallation. Restore the safety stands, lower up the vehicle and verify the wheel alignment.