Subaru 2001 FORESTER Service Manual page 44

22) Install boot to housing.
NOTE:
¼ Before installing boot, be sure to apply grease to
the groove of tie-rod.
¼ Install fitting portions of boots to the following
portions in both sides of assembled steering gear-
box.
The groove on gearbox
The groove on the rod
¼ Make sure that boot is installed without unusual
inflation or deflation.
23) Using a screwdriver, tighten the screw until the
ends "A" and "B" of the band come into contact with
each other.
NOTE:
Always tighten the band from the underside of the
gearbox.
STEERING GEARBOX [LHD MODEL]
S4M0151A
S4M0152A
PS-43
Power Assisted System (Power Steering)
24) Fix boot end with clip (small).
CAUTION:
After installing, check boot end is positioned
into groove on tie-rod.
(1) Clip
25) If tie-rod end was removed, screw in lock nut
and tie-rod end to screwed portion of tie-rod, and
tighten lock nut temporarily in a position as shown
in figure.
Installed tie-rod length: L
15 mm (0.59 in)
NOTE:
Pay attention to difference between right and left
tie-rod ends.
S4M0144B
G4M0126