GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
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  • Inspect the tie rod end (7) threads for the following conditions:

  • Object Number: 374077  Size: SH
       - Damage
       - Corrosion
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  • Inspect the ball stud (7) threads for the following conditions:
  •    - Damage
       - Corrosion
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  • Inspect the ball stud nut (1) threads for the following conditions:
  •    - Damage
       - Corrosion
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  • Inspect the ball stud (7) taper for the following conditions:
  •    - Nicks
       - Dirt
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  • Inspect the tie rod end grease hole threads if equipped.
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  • Replace the grease zerk fitting if equipped.
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  • Clean all of the threads and tapers of the following compounds:
  •    - Dirt
       - Rust
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  • Inspect the clamp (6), bolt (3) and nut (5) for the following:
  •    - Dirt
       - Rust
       - Stripped threads
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  • If there is excessive wear, damaged threads, damage to the tie rod ball joint, or excessive corrosion replace the tie rod ball joint and the attaching parts.