Tracker Off-Road 800SX Service Manual page 27

MOD173
1. Using a suitable lift and stands lift the vehicle until
the front wheels are off the ground; then remove the
front wheels.
2. Remove the cotter pins (A) and castle nuts (B) secur-
ing the outer tie rod ends to the knuckles; then
remove the outer tie rod ends from the knuckles.
MOD315
MOD316
3. Remove the cap screw and lock nut securing the
U-joint to the rack and pinion. Discard lock nut.
Inspect cap screw and replace if damaged.
MOD317
4. Remove the four cap screws and lock nuts securing
the rack and pinion bracket to the frame. Discard
lock nuts. Inspect cap screws and replace if dam-
aged.
MOD319
MOD320
MOD321
5. Disconnect the U-joint from the rack and pinion;
then remove the rack and pinion from the passenger
side.
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