Tools Required

J 22610  Service Boot Clamp Installer

Disassembly Procedure 

1. To remove the outer tie rod; refer to Tie Rod End Replacement - Outer .
2. Remove the hex jam nut (2) from the inner tie rod assembly (1).
   Fig 1: Removing Hex Jam Nut from Inner Tie Rod Assembly

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3. Remove the tie rod end clamp (2) from the rack and pinion boot (1).
   Fig 2: Removing Tie Rod End Clamp From Rack & Pinion Boot

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4. Remove the boot clamp (1) from the rack and pinion boot (3) with side cutters.
5. Discard the boot clamp (1).

   Important:  Prior to removing the breather tube (2) or the rack and pinion boot (3), mark the location of the breather tube (2) on the gear assembly.

6. Remove the rack and pinion boot (3) and the breather tube (2).
   Fig 3: Removing Boot Clamp, Breather Tube & Rack & Pinion Boot

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