Chevrolet Cobalt Service & Repair Manual: Tie Rod, Replace
Front
Outer
| 1. |
Raise and support vehicle using suitable
lift. |
| 2. |
Remove tire and wheel assemblies. |
| 3. |
Remove nut from outer tie rod ball
stud, loosen jam nut. |
| 4. |
Remove outer tie rod ball stud from
steering knuckle using suitable tool. |
| 5. |
Remove tie rod end from shaft, then
inspect inner tie rod shaft for bending or damaged threads. |
| 6. |
Reverse procedure to install, noting
following: |
| |
a. |
Torque wheel lug nuts to 100
ft. lbs. |
| |
b. |
Torque tie rod end to steering
knuckle nut to 44 ft. lbs. |
|
A visual inspection must always
be performed to confirm the presence of aftermarket components, potential
collision damage, or areas of concern.
1.
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