Removal Procedure

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

Remove the outer tie rod. Refer to TIE ROD END REPLACEMENT - OUTER .
Remove the boot clamp (2).

Fig 1: Removing Boot Clamp
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Remove the boot clamp (2).
Remove the boot from the inner tie rod.

Fig 2: Removing Boot From Inner Tie Rod

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