Steering Gear Boot Replacement

Fig 1: Steering Gear Boot

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Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Automatic Transmission and Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Assembly - Remove - Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Removal and Installation Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
1	Steering Gear Boot Outer Clamp
2	Steering Gear Boot Inner Clamp Procedure Cut the steering gear boot inner clamp and discard the clamp. Use the CH-804 boot clamp plier to install a NEW steering gear boot inner clamp. Special Tools CH-804 Boot Clamp Plier Equivalent regional tools: Special Tools
3	Steering Gear Boot Procedure Inspect the steering linkage inner tie rod for evidence of corrosion or contamination. If corrosion or contamination is evident, replace the steering linkage inner tie rod. Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement Install the inner boot clamp loosely onto the boot prior to installation. Ensure the steering gear boot is seated in the appropriate groove on the steering gear before installing the steering gear boot clamp.