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Hummer H2. Manual - part 2109
Tighten: Tighten the J 29193 or the J 29194 to 54 N.m (40 lb ft) in order to seat the tapers. See Special
Tools and Equipment .
8. Remove the J 29193 or the J 29194 . See Special Tools and Equipment .
9. Install the new relay rod prevailing torque nut.
Tighten: Tighten the new prevailing torque nut to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
10. Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement in Frame and
Underbody.
11. Lower the vehicle.
12. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications in Wheel Alignment.
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
STEERING LINKAGE DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
The steering linkage consists of the following components:
z
A pitman arm
z
An idler arm
z
A relay rod
z
Inner and outer tie rods
When you turn the steering wheel the steering gear rotates the pitman arm which forces the relay rod to one
side. The tie rods connect to the relay rod at the ball studs. The tie rods transfer the steering force to the wheels.
The tie rods are used when making toe adjustments. The idler arm pivots on a support attached to the frame rail
and the ball stud attaches to the relay rod.
SPECIAL TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
SPECIAL TOOLS
Special Tools
Illustration
Tool Number/Description
2004 Hummer H2
2004 STEERING Steering Linkage (Non-Rack & Pinion) - Hummer H2