Removal Procedure

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

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
Remove the tire assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.

Fig 1: View Of Tie Rod End To Steering Knuckle

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Remove the outer tie rod. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
Remove the jam nut.

Fig 2: Spring, Boot, Outer End & Steering Gear

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Remove the spring from the boot, outer end.
Cut and remove the crimp clamp, inner end. Discard the clamp.
Unseat the boot from the steering gear and remove.

Fig 3: Inner Tie Rod & Boot

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Clean the inner tie rod and boot contact area of grease and debris.