Removal Procedure

Remove the rack and pinion outer tie rod end. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .

Fig 1: Rack & Pinion Inner Tie Rod & Nut

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IMPORTANT: Mark the location of the rack and pinion inner tie rod nut before removing it.

Remove the rack and pinion inner tie rod nut (2) from the rack and pinion inner tie rod (1).

Fig 2: Outer Steering Gear Boot & Clamp

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Remove the outer steering gear boot clamp (2) from the steering gear boot (1) and discard it.

Fig 3: Inner Steering Gear Boot & Clamp

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Remove the inner steering gear boot clamp (1) from the steering gear boot (3) and discard it.

Fig 4: Steering Gear & Boot

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IMPORTANT:

Prior to removing the steering gear boot breather tube or the steering gear boot, mark the location of the breather tube on the steering gear.
After removing the boot, inspect the inner tie rod for evidence of corrosion or contamination. If none is evident, continue with the repair. If corrosion or contamination is evident, replace the steering gear.