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Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
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- Remove the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
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- Remove the steering linkage inner tie rod nut (1).
- Remove the steering gear outer boot clamp (2).
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- Remove the steering gear inner boot clamp (3). Discard the clamp.
- Remove the steering gear boot (2).
- Clean the steering linkage inner tie rod and the steering gear boot contact area of any lubricant or debris.