GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Object Number: 1831136  Size: MF

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement .

1

Steering Linkage Shock Absorber Ball Stud Nut

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Tip

    • Do not reuse the nut.
    • Remove the shock absorber ball stud from the relay rod using the J 24319-B .

Tighten
40 N·m (30 lb ft)

2

Shock Absorber Mounting Nut/Bolt

Tip
Do not reuse the bolt or nut.

Tighten
40 N·m (30 lb ft)

3

Steering Damper

Tip
During installation use J 29193 to tighten the steering linkage installer in order to seat the ball stud into the relay rod.

Tighten
32 N·m (24 lb ft)

Special Tools

    • J 24319-B Universal Steering Linkage Puller
    •  J 29193 Steering Linkage Installer (12 mm)