Removal and Installation - Boot

REMOVAL 

1. Remove outer socket. Refer to Removal and Installation - Outer socket .
2. Remove inner socket lock nut.
3. Remove small boot clamp and large boot clamp.
   CAUTION:

   Do not reuse large boot clamp.

4. Remove boot.

INSTALLATION 

1. Install large end of boot (1) to steering gear housing.

   Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

2. Apply silicone grease between the inner socket and small end of boot (2). Install small end of boot to inner socket boot mounting groove.
   CAUTION:

   To prevent boot deformation or damage during toe-in adjustment, apply silicone grease between the inner socket and small end of boot.

3. Install small boot clamp.
4. Install large boot clamp using Tool.
   CAUTION:

   Do not reuse large boot clamp.

   Tool number

   : KV40107300 (NI-51751)

5. Partially thread the inner socket lock nut on the inner socket.
6. Install the outer socket. Refer to Removal and Installation - Outer socket .