Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Chevrolet Volt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Do not use a service jack to lift this vehicle. Lifting the vehicle with a jack could cause the vehicle to slip off the jack and roll; this could cause injury or death.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
- Remove the steering linkage inner tie rod nut.
- Remove the outer boot clamp (1).
Discard the clamp.
- Cut the inner boot clamp (3).
Discard the clamp.
- Remove the steering gear boot (2).
- Clean the steering linkage inner tie rod and the steering gear boot contact area of any lubricant or debris.