Installation Procedure

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Important: Make sure the rack and pinion boot is seated in the groove (2) on the steering gear actuator.

Install the boot to the steering gear.

Fig 1: Steering Gear Actuator Grooves
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Install the outer clamp (1) retaining the boot (2) to the steering gear.
Install the inner clamp (3) retaining the boot (2) to the steering gear.

Fig 2: Outer & Inner Clamps & Steering Gear Boot
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Using the J 22610, crimp the retaining clamp (1) to the steering gear.

Fig 3: Crimping Retaining Clamp Using J 22610
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Install the rack and pinion boot protector (1) to the rack and pinion boot (2), if equipped.

Fig 4: Rack & Pinion Boot & Protector
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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the tie rod jam nut (2) to the inner tie rod.
Tighten

Tighten the nut to 65 N.m (48 lb ft).
Install the outer tie rod. Refer to Rear Wheel Steering Tie Rod End Replacement - Outer .
Perform a four wheel alignment. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITH REAR WHEEL STEERING) or MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITHOUT REAR WHEEL STEERING) .

Fig 5: Inner Tie Rod & Jam Nut
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