GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Object Number: 1871955  Size: MF

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

1

Rear Axle Tie Rod Mounting Bolt (Qty: 2)

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Procedure

  1. Support the rear drive axle before removing either of the mounting bolts.
  2. Finger tighten the mounting bolt. This will allow for movement in the rear axle tie rod to align the opposite end mounting bolt and hole.

Tighten
140 N·m (103 lb ft)

2

Rear Axle Tie Rod Lower Nut

3

Rear Axle Tie Rod Upper Nut

4

Rear Axle Tie Rod

Procedure

Disconnect the park brake cable from the rear axle tie rod.