Removal Procedure

Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the tire assembly.

Fig 1: View Of Tie Rod End To Steering Knuckle

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Remove the outer tie rod.
Remove the jam nut.

Fig 2: Spring, Boot, Outer End & Steering Gear

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Remove the spring from the boot, outer end.
Cut and remove the crimp clamp, inner end. Discard the clamp.
Unseat the boot from the steering gear and remove.

Fig 3: Inner Tie Rod & Boot

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Clean the inner tie rod and boot contact area of grease and debris.