Removal Procedure

Remove Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod - Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement

Fig 1: Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut & Steering Gear Boot Outer Clamp

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NOTE:

Place match marks on the steering linkage inner tie rod nut and the steering linkage inner tie rod.

Remove the steering linkage inner tie rod nut (1) from the steering linkage inner tie rod.
Remove the steering gear boot outer clamp (2).

Fig 2: Steering Gear Boot & Inner Clamp

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Remove the steering gear boot inner clamp (1).
DISCARD the clamp.
Remove the steering gear boot (2) from the steering gear.
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. Electric Belt Drive Rack and Pinion Steering Gear Replacement

Fig 3: Steering Gear Boot Seal

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