Single Use Fasteners and Components
Steering Gear Boot Inner Clamp
 Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
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Component Name |
Preliminary Procedures
- Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
- Warm Up Three-Way Catalytic Converter Replacement (LYX)
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Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut
Procedure
Place match marks on the steering linkage inner tie rod nut and the steering linkage inner tie rod. |
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Steering Gear Boot Outer Clamp |
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Steering Gear Boot Inner Clamp Procedure
- Cut the steering gear boot inner clamp.
DISCARD the clamp.
- Use the CH-22610
Keystone Clamp Pliers to install the NEW steering gear boot inner clamp.
NOTE:
Position the NEW steering gear boot inner clamp on the steering gear boot before installing the boot on the steering gear.
Special Tools
CH-22610
Keystone Clamp Pliers
Equivalent regional tools: Special Tools |
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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. Electric Dual Pinion Rack and Pinion Steering Gear Replacement
- 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.
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