Steering Gear Boot: Removal

NOTE: Left hand (LH) side shown in illustration, right (RH hand side) similar.

Remove the tie rod end. Refer to Tie Rod End .
NOTE: Count and record the number of turns required to remove the tie rod end jam nut for reference during installation.

Remove the tie rod end jam nut.

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Remove the steering gear boot clamps.
1. Remove and discard the outer steering gear boot clamp.
2. Remove and discard the inner steering gear boot clamp.
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Remove the steering gear boot.

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