Steering Gear Boot: Removal

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Remove the tie rod end. Refer to: Tie Rod End .
NOTE: Count and record the number of turns required to remove the outer tie-rod end jamb nut for reference during installation.

Remove the tie-rod end jamb nut.

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Remove the front engine undershield. Refer to: Engine Front Undershield .
1. Remove and discard the outer steering gear boot clamp.
2. Remove and discard the inner steering gear boot clamp.
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NOTE: If servicing the RH (right-hand) tie rod, both bellows boots must be removed.

Remove the bellows boot.

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