Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: The inner tie rod must be free of debris and moisture. The boot sealing areas must be clean and dry.

Apply approximately 3/4 of the supplied grease packet into the small end of the boot cavity. Apply the remainder of the grease on the shaft where the small end of the boot meets the shaft.

Fig 1: Inner Tie Rod & Boot

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IMPORTANT: Ensure the large end of the boot is firmly seated in the gear housing groove.

Install the boot with the large clamp loosely attached, not crimped.

Fig 2: Attaching Steering Gear Boot Clamp On Steering Gear Housing

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Using the SA9164C , crimp the large clamp. See Special Tools .

IMPORTANT: Ensure the small end of the boot is firmly seated in the inner tie rod end groove.

Install the spring clamp to the small end of the boot.

Fig 3: Jam Nut & Boot Clamp

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Install the jam nut approximately 174 mm (6.85 in) from the boot clamp.
Install the outer tie rod to the inner tie rod.
Tighten the outer tie rod jam nut.
Install the power steering gear. Refer to Power Steering Gear Replacement .
Check the front wheel alignment and align, as necessary. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment .