Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sierra, 2003 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2003 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
When lifting the vehicle do not allow the jack to touch the rear steering gear. If the jack touches the rear steering gear you may damage the gear or the rack and pinion boots. If the boots are damaged replace the rack and pinion boot.
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
- Unsnap the locking tabs on the rack and pinion boot protector (1).
- Remove the rack and pinion boot protector (1) from the rack and pinion boot (2).