Steering Gear And Linkage Disassembly: Notes

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CAUTION:

Place copper plates, rag, or similar material in a vise when securing the mounting bracket portion of the steering gear.

NOTE:

There are two types of boot bands: crimp type and screw type.
Crimp-type boot bands cannot be reused.

Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.

Fig 1: Disassembling Steering Gear And Linkage
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.