2010 GMC Yukon Tie Rod End

After removing the steering gear boot, inspect the steering linkage inner tie rod for evidence of corrosion or contamination. If none is evident, continue with the repair. If corrosion or contamination is evident, replace the steering gear. The appropriate flats on the steering gear rack are only present on the driver's side of the vehicle. If the passenger side steering linkage inner tie rod must be replaced then the steering gear boot must be removed from the driver's side as well to hold the steering gear rack from rotating. Replacing the passenger side steering linkage inner tie rod will require two people, one to hold the steering gear rack and one to install the steering linkage inner tie rod.

All threads must be cleaned before LOCTITE(R) application. Check the LOCTITE(R), or equivalent, the container for the expiration date. Use only enough LOCTITE(R) to evenly coat the threads.

The recommended torque is 60 Nm (44 lb-ft).

You can raise and support the vehicle.

You can apply LOCTITE(R) 262, or equivalent, to the steering gear inner tie rod threads, attach the steering linkage inner tie rod onto the steering gear rack, place a pipe wrench on the flats on the steering gear rack next to the steering linkage inner tie rod, install the steering gear boot.