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Installation Procedure

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  1. GM2375391Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Gear Boot Inner Clamp (3) @Steering Gear Boot (2) - Loosely install

    Install a NEW clamp.

  2. Apply the lubricant from the service kit to the steering linkage inner tie rod and to the steering gear boot.
  3. Steering Gear Boot (2) - Install
  4. GM2028057Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Use the CH-804  tensioner to tighten the steering gear boot inner clamp (1).

  5. GM2028056Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Gear Boot Outer Clamp (2) - Install

  6. Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut (1) - Install
  7. Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod - Install - Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement 
  8. Measure and adjust the front toe. Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment