Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
- Steering Linkage Tie Rod Nut
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 35 N·m (26 lb ft)
- Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut
Tighten 60 N·m (44 lb ft)
- Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod
Procedure
- Use CH-161-B puller to separate the steering linkage outer tie rod from the steering knuckle.
- Inspect the steering linkage inner tie rod for bent or damaged threads.
- Clean the tapered surface of the steering knuckle.
- Center the steering angle sensor. Refer to Steering Angle Sensor Centering
- Check and adjust wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement.
Special Tools
CH-161-B Puller
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove as much power steering fluid from the remote power steering fluid
reservoir as possible.
Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
Hose Clamp
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Steering Gear Boot Replacement
Special Tools
CH-804 Drive Axle Seal Clamp Pliers
Removal Procedure
Remove the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer
Tie Rod Replacement.
Remove the steering lin ...
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Brake Drum Replacement
Special Tools
CH 41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit
CH 42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning in the Preface section.
Check to ensure that the park brake is fully released
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Exhaust Flexible Pipe Replacement (1.6L LXT)
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Hot Exhaust System Warning in the Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning in the Preface section.
Open the hood.
Raise the vehicle by its full height. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the
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Remove the heate ...
