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Steering Gear Boot Replacement

Special Tools

CH-804 Drive Axle Seal Clamp Pliers

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

1. Remove the steering linkage outer track rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Track rod Replacement .
2. Remove the steering linkage inner track rod nut (1).
3. Remove the steering gear outer boot clamp (2).



4. Loosen the steering gear inner boot clamp (1).




Note: After removing the boot, inspect the steering linkage inner track rod for evidence of corrosion or contamination. If none is evident, continue with the repair. If corrosion or contamination is evident, replace the inner track rod.

5. Remove the steering gear boot (1).
6. Remove the steering gear inner boot clamp (2).

1. Install a new clamp (2) loosely on the inner part of the steering gear boot.
2. Apply grease from the service kit to the indicated locations.

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

3. Install the steering gear boot (1) over the steering linkage inner track rod and onto the steering gear.



4. Using CH-804 pliers crimp the inner steering gear boot clamp (1).



5. Install the steering gear outer boot clamp (2).
6. Install the steering linkage inner track rod nut (1).
7. Install the steering linkage outer track rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Track rod Replacement .