Removal Procedure

Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod» Remove - Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut (1)» Remove

Fig 1: Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut
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NOTE: Place match marks on the steering linkage inner tie rod nut and the steering linkage inner tie rod.
Steering Gear Boot Outer Clamp (2)» Remove
Steering Gear Boot Inner Clamp (3)» Remove

Fig 2: Steering Gear Boot
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DISCARD the clamp.
Steering Gear Boot (2)» Remove
Clean the steering linkage inner tie rod and the steering gear boot contact area of any lubricant or debris.