Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
in General Information.
- Remove the front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the outer tie rod end. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement in Power Steering System.
- Remove the outer to inner tie rod jam nut and discard.
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- Remove the outer steering gear boot spring clamp.
- Using cutters, cut the inner steering gear boot clamp, remove and discard.
- Disengage the steering gear boot from the steering gear and remove over the inner tie rod.
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- Inspect the sealing surfaces and threaded shaft portion of the steering gear and inner tie rod. The surfaces must be clean and free of debris.