Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement (Hydraulic Power Steering)
Special Tools
CH-6247 Removal and Installation Tool for the Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the
Vehicle.
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and
Installation.
- Remove the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage
Outer Tie Rod Replacement.
- Remove the steering gear boot. Refer to Steering Gear Boot Replacement
- Remove the steering linkage inner tie rod with CH-6247 remover/installer
.
Installation Procedure
- Apply threadlock compound to the threads of the inner tie rod.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install the steering linkage inner rod using the CH-6247
remover/installer and tighten to 90 N·m (64 lb ft).
- Install the steering gear boot. Refer to Steering Gear Boot Replacement.
- Install the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage
Outer Tie Rod Replacement.
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and
Installation.
- Measure the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement.
- Adjust front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or
Front Toe Adjustment.
- Center the steering angle sensor. Refer to Steering Angle Sensor
Centering.
Special Tools
EN 45059 Torque Angle Sensor Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Turn the front wheels to the straight forward position and secure the
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Special Tools
CH-6247 Removal and Installation Tool for the Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle ...
Other materials:
Navigation
OnStar navigation requires the Directions and Connections service plan.
Press to receive directions or have
them sent to the vehicle navigation screen, if equipped.
Destinations can also be forwarded to the vehicle from MapQuest.com.
The OnStar mapping database is continuously updated. For cov ...
Rear Compartment Lid Emblem/Nameplate Replacement (VCDi AT)
Rear Compartment Lid Emblem Assembly
Caution: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Caution in the
Preface section.
Procedure
The part and surface should be 21°C (70°F) prior to installation. The
vehicle should remain 21°C (70°F) for
one hour after assembly to allow adhesive to deve ...
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the
Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.
Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR
Disabling and Enabling.
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to ...