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Installation Procedure

    IMPORTANT: The inner tie rod must be free of debris and moisture. The boot sealing areas must be clean and dry.
  1. 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.
    2. Fig 1: Inner Tie Rod & Boot
    GM925777Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Ensure the large end of the boot is firmly seated in the gear housing groove.
  2. Install the boot with the large clamp loosely attached, not crimped.
    3. Fig 2: Attaching Steering Gear Boot Clamp On Steering Gear Housing
    GM862226Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Using the SA9164C  , crimp the large clamp. See Special Tools .
    4. IMPORTANT: Ensure the small end of the boot is firmly seated in the inner tie rod end groove.
  4. Install the spring clamp to the small end of the boot.
    5. Fig 3: Jam Nut & Boot Clamp
    GM927966Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the jam nut approximately 174 mm (6.85 in) from the boot clamp.
    6. Fig 4: View Of Tie Rod End To Steering Knuckle
    GM854972Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the outer tie rod. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
  7. Install the tire assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  8. Check the front wheel alignment and align, as necessary. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment in Wheel Alignment.
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