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Steering Gear Boot Replacement

Special Tools

CH-22610 Keystone Clamp Pliers

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the steering linkage outer track rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Track rod Replacement .
3. Remove the steering linkage inner track rod nut.



4. Remove the outer boot clamp (1).

Discard the clamp.

5. Cut the inner boot clamp (3).

Discard the clamp.

6. Remove the steering gear boot (2).
7. Clean the steering linkage inner tie rod and the steering gear boot contact area of any lubricant or debris.

Note: 

•	The steering linkage inner tie rod and the steering gear boot must be free from moisture and debris.

•	Ensure that the larger end of the steering gear boot is firmly seated in the correct location on the steering gear.

1. Install the steering gear boot with the NEW inner boot clamp (3) loosely attached.



2. Use the CH-22610 pliers in order to install the NEW inner boot clamp (1).




Note: Ensure that the small end of the steering gear boot is firmly seated in the correct location on the steering linkage inner tie rod.

3. Install the NEW outer boot clamp (2).
4. Install the steering linkage inner track rod nut (1).
5. Install the steering linkage outer track rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Track rod Replacement .
6. Measure and adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment .
7. Lower the vehicle.