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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the new boot clamp (2) onto the rack and pinion boot (3).
    Fig 1: Ciew Of Rack Assembly, Tie Rod Clamp, Nut And Rack & Pinion Boot
    GM82237Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Apply grease to the inner rod (2) and apply grease to the gear assembly (1) prior to the boot (3) installation.
    Fig 2: Identifying Inner Rod & Gear Assembly Lubrication Points
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    IMPORTANT: The rack and pinion boot must not be twisted or out of shape in any way. An improperly shaped boot must be shaped by hand before installing the boot clamp.
  3. Install the boot (3) onto the inner tie rod assembly.
    Fig 3: Ciew Of Rack Assembly, Tie Rod Clamp, Nut And Rack & Pinion Boot
    GM82237Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the boot (3) onto the gear assembly (1) until the boot is seated in the gear assembly groove.
  5. Install the boot clamp on the boot (1) using tool J 22610  (2).
    Fig 4: Identifying J 22610
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  6. Crimp the boot clamp (2).
  7. Install the tie rod end clamp on the boot using pliers.
  8. Install the tie rod jam nut to the inner tie rod.
  9. Install the outer tie rod. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
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