Installation Procedure

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Position a NEW steering gear boot inner clamp (1) on the steering gear boot (2).
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Steering Gear Boot (1) - Install
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Steering Gear Boot Inner Clamp (1) - Tighten

Use the CH-804 Boot Clamp Plier.
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Steering Gear Boot Outer Clamp (1) - Install
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NOTE:
Tighten the steering linkage inner tie rod nut (1) during the front toe adjustment procedure.

Install the steering linkage inner tie rod nut (1) until aligned with the previously placed matched mark on the steering linkage inner tie rod.
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Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod (1) - Install
Automatic Transmission and Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Assembly - Install - Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Removal and Installation
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