Steering Gear Boot Replacement

Fig 1: Steering Gear Boot

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Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Steering Gear Replacement (N40) Steering Gear Replacement (NJ1) Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
1	Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure Place match marks on the steering linkage inner tie rod nut and the steering linkage inner tie rod.
2	Steering Gear Boot Outer Clamp
3	Steering Gear Boot Inner Clamp Procedure Cut the steering gear boot inner clamp. DISCARD the clamp. Use the CH-804 pliers to install a NEW steering gear boot inner clamp. Special Tools<!--Title--> CH-804 Boot Clamp Pliers Equivalent regional tools:Special Tools
4	Steering Gear Boot Procedure After removing the steering gear boot, inspect the steering linkage inner tie rod for evidence of corrosion or contamination.If corrosion or contamination is evident, replace the steering gear. Steering Gear Replacement (N40) Steering Gear Replacement (NJ1) Install the steering gear boot and ensure the boot is seated in the assembly groove of the steering gear before installing the steering gear boot clamps.