Maintenance And Adjustments; Component Replacement; Tie Rods - Chevrolet LIGHT DUTY TRUCK (SERIES 10-35) Service Manual

3B1-4 STEERING LINKAGE

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS

LUBRICATION
LUBRICATION OF STEERING LINKAGE
The steering linkage under normal conditions should
be lubricated with any water resistant EP type chassis
lubricant every 7,500 miles (12 000 km) or six months,
whichever occurs first. Lubricate every 3,000 miles (4 800
km) or two months whichever occurs first when operating
in dusty or muddy conditions or if the vehicle is used "off-
road". Lubrication points and additional information on the
chassis lubricant recommended can be found in Section 0-
General Information and Lubrication.
STEERING DAMPER CHECK
(Fig. 3B 1-4)
This type of steering damper is nonadjustable,
nonrefillable and is not repairable. At each lubrication
interval make check # 1 and
system.
1.
Inspecting Damper Mountings
damper attachments to be sure they are properly and
securely installed. (Tighten, if loose). Replace the damper
assembly if the rubber bushings are badly worn.
2.
Inspecting Damper For Leaks
damper for evidence of fluid leakage. A light film of fluid
is permissible on the body of the damper near the shaft seal.
A dripping damper should be replaced.
If a Funtional or Noise Complaint is Reported, Make
the Following Inspections:
3.
Inspecting Damper For Noise
frame or axle end of the damper. Extend and compress the
damper using as much travel as possible. The damper action
should be smooth throughout each stroke.
4.
Inspecting Damper Fbr Functioning:
checking the damper in step (3) above, observe the operation
of the damper for fluid leakage, effort and lag. Items from
this check that require damper replacement are:
CAUTION: See CAUTION on page 1 of
this section regarding
referred to in servicing steering linkage
components.
Refer to Fig. 3B1-6 for instructions on
NOTICE:
servicing the crimped nuts on G-Series linkage.
LIG H T T R U C K SER V IC E MANUAL
#2 on the steering damper
: Check the
: Inspect the
: Disconnect the
While

COMPONENT REPLACEMENT

all fasteners
A. Any fluid leakage during this check.
B. Seizing or binding condition during travel of
damper.
C. A skip or lag at reversal near mid-stroke of damper.
5. Reinstall Disconnected End of Damper
Using Proper Torque.

TIE RODS

Removal
1. Raise vehicle on hoist.
2. Remove cotter pins from ball studs and remove
castellated nuts.
3. To remove outer ball stud, tap on steering arm at
tie rod end with a hammer while using a heavy hammer or
similar tool as a backing (Fig. 3B1-7).
4. Remove inner ball stud from relay rod using same
procedure as described in Step 3.
5. To remove tire rod ends from tie rod, loosen clamp
bolts and unscrew end assemblies.