Pontiac 19418690 ROD KIT,STRG LNKG OTR TIE

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To remove the tie-rod end, start by loosening the wheel lug nuts and raising the front of the vehicle on jackstands. Support the vehicle securely and apply the parking brake. Remove the wheel and then loosen the tie-rod end jam nut. Mark the relationship of the tie-rod end to the threaded portion of the tie-rod for proper reassembly. Use a puller to loosen the ball stud from the steering knuckle arm and remove the ball stud nut. Separate the tie-rod end from the steering knuckle arm and unscrew the tie-rod end from the tie-rod. To install the tie-rod end, thread it onto the tie-rod to the marked position and insert the tie-rod end ball stud into the steering knuckle arm. Install the new nut onto the ball stud and tighten it to the specified torque. Securely tighten the jam nut and then install the wheel. Lower the vehicle and tighten the lug nuts to the specified torque. Finally, have the front end alignment checked and adjusted if necessary.