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Steering Gear Boot: Installation

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  1. Apply the specified grease to the steering gear-to-boot mating surface and boot groove of the inner tie rod.
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  2. Using boot clamp pliers. Install the new steering gear boot and new clamps.
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  3. Thread the tie rod end jam nut onto the tie rod.
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  4. Install the underbody shield and the retainers.
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  5. Install the underbody air duct and the retainers.
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  6. Install the skid plate and the retainers.
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  7. Install the tie-rod end.
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    1. Attach the outer tie rod end to the wheel knuckle.
    2. Install the new outer tie rod end nut.
      • Tighten to 150 N.m (111 lb-ft).
    3. Tighten the tie rod end jam nut.
      • Tighten to 63 N.m (46 lb ft).
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