Removal Procedure

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Remove the power steering gear. Refer to Power Steering Gear Replacement .
Loosen the outer tie rod jam nut.
Remove the outer tie rod from the inner tie rod. Count the number of turns during removal for installation.
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 1: Inner Tie Rod & Boot

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