Steering Gear Boot

Steering Gear Boot





Special Tool(s)





Material

Removal and Installation

1. Remove the tie-rod end and jam nut.





2. Remove the boot.
1. Remove and discard the clamps.
2. Disconnect the breather pipe (if equipped).
3. Remove the boot.

3. CAUTION: Make sure the tie-rod is clean before installing the boot.

NOTE: Install new boot clamps.

NOTE: To prevent the steering gear boot from twisting during toe adjustment, apply long-life grease to the groove in the tie-rod and uniformly to the inner diameter of the steering gear boot.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.





4. Using the special tool, tighten the steering gear boot clamp.