RACK BOOT/TIE ROD
REMOVAL
1) Remove steering gear case by performing Steps 1) – 9) in
MANUAL RACK AND PINION REMOVAL of this section.
2) For ease of adjustment after installation, make marking (1) of tie
rod end lock nut position of tie rod end thread.
3) Loosen tie rod end lock nut and remove tie rod end.
4) Remove boot band (2) and clip (1).
5) Remove boot from tie rod.
6) Unbend bent part of tie rod (1).
7) Hold rack with soft jawed vise (3) and remove tie rod from rack
(2).
MANUAL RACK AND PINION 3B-11