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Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Steering Gear Boot & Clamp

GM1857581

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Install the steering gear boot (3) to the steering linkage inner tie rod.
Install the new steering gear boot clamp (2) onto the steering gear boot (3).
Install the steering gear boot to the steering gear (1). Ensure the steering gear boot is seated in the assembly groove of the steering gear.
Use the J-35566: pliers in order to crimp the steering gear boot clamp.

Fig 2: Steering Gear Boot Clamp & Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut

GM1857580

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Install the steering gear boot clamp (1).
Install the steering linkage inner tie rod nut (2).
If equipped, install the steering gear heat shield.
Install the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .