Steering Gear Boot Replacement - On Vehicle

Steering Gear Boot Replacement - On Vehicle

Tools Required

J 22610 Keystone Clamp Pliers


Removal Procedure

1. Remove the rack and pinion outer tie rod end. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement (Service and Repair).

Important: Mark the location of the steering gear inner tie rod nut before removing it from the steering gear inner tie rod.


2. Remove the steering gear inner tie rod nut and discard it.
3. Remove the outer steering gear boot clamp.
4. Remove the inner steering gear boot clamp and discard it.




5. Disengage and remove the steering gear boot from the steering gear.
6. Inspect the sealing surfaces and threaded shaft portion of the steering gear and the steering gear inner tie rod. The surfaces must be clean and free of any debris.



Installation Procedure

1. Install a new clamp loosely on the inner part of the steering gear boot.




2. Apply grease from the service kit to the indicated locations.

Important: The steering gear boot must seat in the appropriate groove on the steering gear.


3. Install the steering gear boot over the steering gear inner tie rod and onto the steering gear.
4. Using pliers J 22610, crimp the inner steering gear boot clamp.
5. Install the outer steering gear boot clamp.
6. Install a new steering gear inner tie rod nut in the same position the prior one was removed from.




7. Install the rack and pinion outer tie rod end. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement (Service and Repair).
8. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment (Service and Repair).