Disassembly and Assembly: Assembly

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Install the inner sockets.
Install the large-diameter side of the boots to the gear housing assembly.
Install the small-diameter side of the boots to the groove of the inner sockets.

Fig 1: Identifying Boot With Boot Clamp Of Large And Small Side
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Install the boot clamps to the boots, as shown.
CAUTION: Do not reuse the large boot clamps.

Fig 2: Identifying Large And Small Boot Clamps End
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Crimp the large boot clamps, using Tool.
Tool number: KV40107300 (-)
Install the cylinder tubes to the gear housing assembly.
Install the lock nuts and outer sockets to the inner sockets.

Fig 3: Crimping Boot Band Clamps
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Thread the outer sockets onto the inner sockets to the specified length (L) and a minimum thread depth of 18 mm threads. Then tighten the lock nuts to the specified torque. Refer to "DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ". Reconfirm that the tie-rod length (L) is within specification.
Maximum inner socket length (L) Refer to "STEERING GEAR ".

Fig 4: Identifying Maximum Inner Socket Length
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