Disassembly Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

To remove the outer tie rod. Refer to Tie Rod End Replacement - Outer .
Remove the hexagon jam nut (2) from the inner tie rod assembly (1).

Fig 1: Removing Hexagon Jam Nut From Inner Tie Rod Assembly
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Remove the tie rod end clamp (2) from the rack and pinion boot (1).

Fig 2: Removing Tie Rod End Clamp From Rack And Pinion Boot
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Remove the boot clamp (1) from the rack and pinion boot with side cutters.
Discard the boot clamp (1).

Fig 3: Removing Boot Clamp From Rack & Pinion Boot
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Important: If a breather tube is present, mark the location of the breather tube on the gear assembly before removal of the rack and pinion boot.
Remove the rack and pinion boot (1) and the breather tube, if present, from the rack and pinion gear assembly.

Fig 4: Removing Rack & Pinion Boot & Breather Tube
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