GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes
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Chevrolet
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2009
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Corvette
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Suspension
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Rear Suspension
🢒 Tie Rod Replacement
Tie Rod Replacement Inner
Removal Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to
Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
.
Disconnect the outer tie rod end from the suspension knuckle. Refer to
Tie Rod Replacement
.
Remove the nut (1) retaining the rear suspension adjustment link to the crossmember.
Remove the rear suspension adjustment link (2) from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
Install the rear suspension adjustment link (2) to the vehicle.
Caution:
Refer to
Fastener Caution
in the Preface section.
Install the rear suspension adjustment link nut (1) to the back side of the crossmember and tighten to
60 N·m (44 lb ft)
.
Install the outer tie rod end into the suspension knuckle. Refer to
Tie Rod Replacement
.
Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to
Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
.
Lower the vehicle.
Adjust the rear wheel toe as necessary. Refer to
Rear Toe Adjustment
.