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Installation Procedure

  1. Install a new inner steering gear boot clamp on the steering gear boot.
    2. Fig 1: View Of Steering Gear Boot
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    IMPORTANT:

    Inspect the steering gear and the rack and pinion inner tie rod for any debris. The parts must be clean and free of debris before installing the steering gear boot.

  2. Apply grease from the steering gear boot service kit to the indicated locations.
    3. IMPORTANT:

    The steering gear boot must seat in the groove on the steering gear.

  3. Install the steering gear boot to the steering gear.
  4. Use pliers J 22610  to crimp the inner steering gear boot clamp.
  5. Install the outer steering gear boot clamp.
  6. Install a new rack and pinion inner tie rod nut.
    7. Fig 2: View Of Outer & Inner Tie Rods
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  7. Install the rack and pinion outer tie rod end. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
  8. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment .
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