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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. Fig 1: Identifying Inner Tie Rod Assembly Jam Nut
    GM297360Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the hex jam nut (2) from the inner tie rod.
    5. Fig 2: Removing/Installing Tie Rod End Clamp At Rack & Pinion Boot
    GM297362Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the tie rod end clamp (2) from the rack and pinion boot (1).
  6. Remove the rack and pinion boot clamp from the rack and pinion boot.
    7. Fig 3: Removing Rack & Pinion Boot
    GM297368Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the rack and pinion boot (1) from the steering gear.
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