Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Cadillac DTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Remove the outer tie rod. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
- Remove the hex jam nut (2) from the inner tie rod.
- Remove the tie rod end clamp (2) from the rack and pinion boot (1).
- Remove the rack and pinion boot clamp from the rack and pinion boot.
- Remove the rack and pinion boot (1) from the steering gear.