Installation Procedure
Position a NEW steering gear boot inner clamp (1) on the steering gear boot (2).
Steering Gear Boot (1) - Install
Steering Gear Boot Inner Clamp (2) - Tighten-use DT-35910 Drive Axle Boot Clamp Pliers (1)
Steering Gear Boot Outer Clamp (1) - Install
- NOTE:
Tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod nut (1) during the front toe adjustment procedure.
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Install the steering linkage inner tie rod nut (1) until aligned with the previously placed matched mark on the steering linkage inner tie rod.
- CAUTION:
Ensure the Outer Tie Rod Boot is not twisted or deformed during assembly. If the boot is twisted or deformed, damage to the boot will occur.
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Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod (1) - Install
- CAUTION:NOTE:
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Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Front Compartment Air Deflector (2) - Install
- Front Compartment Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (3) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Front Compartment Air Deflector Retainer (2) - Install [2x]
- Engine Front Splash Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Front Compartment Air Deflector Retainer (2) - Install [2x]
- Engine Front Splash Shield Bolt (3) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Retainer (2) - Install [2x]
- Front Compartment Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [5x] - Fastener Specifications
- Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
- Lower the vehicle.
- Measure and adjust the front toe. Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment