Steering Gear Boot Replacement

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

NOTE: Callouts in the following chart represent components shown in graphic above.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle Removal and Installation (AWD) , or Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle Removal and Installation (FWD) Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
1	Steering Gear Boot Inner Clamp- Small Clamp
2	Steering Gear Boot Inner Clamp- Large Clamp Procedure Cut the steering gear boot inner clamp and discard the clamp. Use the CH-804 boot clamp plier to install a NEW steering gear boot inner clamp. Special Tools CH-804 Boot Clamp Plier Equivalent regional tools: Special Tools
3	Steering Gear Boot Procedure Inspect the steering linkage inner tie rod for evidence of corrosion or contamination. If corrosion or contamination is evident, replace the steering linkage inner tie rod. Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement Ensure the steering gear boot is seated in the appropriate groove on the steering gear before installing the steering gear boot clamp.