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Steering Gear Boot Replacement

GM2869411
Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Steering Gear Replacement (N40 With MNK) Steering Gear Replacement (NJ1 With MNH or MNK) Steering Gear Replacement (NJ1 With MR5) Steering Gear Replacement (N40 With M4P) 
  2. Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement 
1 Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .


Procedure 
Place match marks on the steering linkage inner tie rod nut and the steering linkage inner tie rod.
2 Steering Gear Boot Outer Clamp
3 Steering Gear Boot Inner Clamp

Procedure

  1. Cut the steering gear boot inner clamp.

    DISCARD the clamp.

  2. Use the CH-804  pliers to install a NEW steering gear boot inner clamp.

Special Tools 
CH-804  Boot Clamp Pliers
Equivalent regional tools:Special Tools 
4 Steering Gear Boot

Procedure

  1. After removing the steering gear boot, inspect the steering linkage inner tie rod for evidence of corrosion or contamination.If corrosion or contamination is evident, replace the steering gear. Steering Gear Replacement (N40 With MNK) Steering Gear Replacement (NJ1 With MNH or MNK) Steering Gear Replacement (NJ1 With MR5) Steering Gear Replacement (N40 With M4P) 
  2. Install the steering gear boot and ensure the boot is seated in the assembly groove of the steering gear before installing the steering gear boot clamps.