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Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (4 Lug Wheel) or Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (5 Lug Wheel) .
    3. Fig 1: View Of Outer & Inner Tie Rods
    GM854987Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the outer tie rod end. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
  4. Remove the outer to inner tie rod jam nut and discard.
  5. Remove the outer steering gear boot spring clamp.
  6. Using cutters, cut the inner steering gear boot clamp, remove and discard.
    7. Fig 2: View Of Steering Gear Boot
    GM854991Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Disengage the steering gear boot from the steering gear and remove over the inner tie rod.
  8. 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.
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