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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 24319-B Universal Steering Linkage Puller
    • J 22610 Service Boot Clamp Installer

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  3. Remove the outer tie rod. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .

  4. Object Number: 297360  Size: SH
  5. Remove the hex jam nut (2) from the inner tie rod assembly.

  6. Object Number: 297362  Size: SH
  7. Remove the tie rod end clamp (2) from the rack and pinion boot (1).
  8. Remove the rack and pinion boot clamp from the rack and pinion boot.

  9. Object Number: 297368  Size: SH
  10. Remove the rack and pinion boot from the rack and pinion gear assembly.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 297371  Size: SH
  1. Install the rack and pinion boot (3) to the rack and pinion gear assembly.
  2. Install a new rack and pinion boot clamp.
  3. Using J 22610 crimp the rack and pinion boot clamp.

  4. Object Number: 297362  Size: SH
  5. Install the tie rod end clamp (2) from the rack and pinion boot (1).

  6. Object Number: 297360  Size: SH
  7. Install the hex jam nut (2) to the inner tie rod assembly.
  8. Install the outer tie rod. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
  9. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  10. Lower the vehicle.
  11. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment in Wheel Alignment.