Removal Procedure

Remove Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement

Fig 1: Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut

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NOTE:

Place match marks on the steering linkage inner tie rod nut and the steering linkage inner tie rod.

Fig 2: Steering Gear Inner Boot Clamp

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Fig 3: Steering Gear Boot

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Remove the steering gear boot (1).
Remove the steering gear boot inner clamp (2).
DISCARD the clamp.
After removing the steering gear boot, inspect the steering linkage inner tie rod for evidence of corrosion or contamination.If corrosion or contamination is evident, replace the steering gear. Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement