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Removal Procedure
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- Remove the outer tie rod. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
- Remove the hex jam nut (2) from the inner tie rod assembly (1).
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- Remove the tie rod end clamp (2) from the rack and pinion boot (1).
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- Remove the boot clamp (1) from the rack and pinion boot (2) with side cutters.
- Discard the boot clamp (1).
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- Remove the rack and pinion boot from the rack and pinion gear assembly.