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Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual - part 2766
Fig. 24: View Of Idler Arm & Relay Rod
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3. Install the idler arm (1) to the relay rod (2).
4. Install the new idler arm nut (3) to the idler arm (1).
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 62 N.m (46 lb ft).
5. Install the engine shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .
IMPORTANT: Do not reuse the old idler arm nut.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 STEERING Steering Linkage - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
6. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment .
RELAY ROD REPLACEMENT
Tools Required
J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the engine shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .
2. Remove the steering linkage shock absorber from the relay rod, if equipped. Refer to
Steering Linkage Shock Absorber Replacement.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 STEERING Steering Linkage - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
Fig. 25: View Of Idler Arm & Relay Rod
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3. Remove the steering linkage inner tie rods (3). Refer to Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod
Replacement.
4. Remove the idler arm nut (6) and separate the idler arm (1) from the relay rod (5) using
puller J 24319-B .
5. Remove the pitman arm nut (4) and separate the pitman arm (2) from the relay rod (5) using
puller J 24319-B .
IMPORTANT: Discard the idler arm nut (6) and the pitman arm nut (4).
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 STEERING Steering Linkage - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
6. Remove the relay rod (5) from the vehicle.
7. Inspect the threads and seals on all steering related components. Repair or replace
components as needed.
Installation Procedure
Fig. 26: View Of Idler Arm & Relay Rod
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1. Install the relay rod (5) to the vehicle.
2. Install the pitman arm (2) to the relay rod (5).
3. Install the idler arm (1) to the relay rod (5).
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 STEERING Steering Linkage - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
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