Rack & Pinion Boots: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Sunfire and 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Place NEW inner clamp onto boot. Install boot onto the gear assembly until the boot is seated in the gear assembly groove. If necessary, apply thin coat of grease onto inner tie rod shaft (except threads) and boot clamping area onto housing to aid in installation. Ensure boot is not twisted or out of shape.
- Crimp inner clamp using Keystone Clamp Pliers (J-22610). Install outer clamp. Install outer tie rod end. Tighten outer-to-inner tie rod lock nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Adjust toe alignment as necessary.