Removal & Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position the steering gear boot cover aside.

Fig 1: Positioning Steering Gear Boot Cover Aside
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NOTE: The nut cannot be reused. Install a new nut.

Disconnect the steering column shaft from the flexible coupling.
1. Remove and discard the nut.
2. Disconnect the steering column shaft from the flexible coupling.
  
  Fig 2: Disconnecting Steering Column Shaft
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Remove the steering gear boot.
1. Remove the nuts.
2. Remove the steering gear boot.
Fig 3: Removing Steering Gear Boot
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.