Part Description: 2000 Chevrolet K3500 Rod Kit, Steering Linkage Inner Tie
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Vehicle Fitment
2000 Chevrolet K3500 | Base, Cheyenne, LS, Scottsdale, Silverado | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.4 L GAS
FAQ for Center Link Repair
Q: What should be noticed while removing the center link?
A:
You must not reuse the idler arm ball stud nut, and not reuse the Pitman arm nut.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What kind of tools will be required in the replacement of the center link?
A:
The tools required include J 24319-01 Universal Steering Linkage Puller, J 29193 Steering Linkage Installer (12 mm), and J 29194 Steering Linkage Installer (14 mm).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: What should be noticed before installing the pitman's arm?
A:
If a clamp-type Pitman Arm is used, you shall spread the pitman arm just enough with a wedge to slip the arm onto the pitman shaft, and do not spread the pitman arm more than required to slip over the pitman shaft with hand pressure.
Q: How to remove the tie rod?
A:
You shall remove the cotter pin at the ball stud, the nut from the ball stud, and the ball stud and Tie Rod End from the tie rod assembly.
Q: How to remove the idler arm?
A:
You shall suitably support the vehicle with jack stands, remove the Idler Arm frame bolts and the nuts, the idler arm ball stud nut, and the idler arm from the relay rod, and clean the threads on the ball stud.