Inner Tie Rod: Disassembly
- Remove outer tie rod end from inner tie rod, noting number of turns required to remove. Remove hex jam nut from inner tie rod. Remove adjusting nut from inner tie rod. Remove outer boot clamp. Cut off and discard inner boot clamp. Mark location of breather tube for reassembly reference (if equipped). Remove breather tube. Slide boot from inner tie rod.
- Slide shock damper ring on inner tie rod assembly back toward rack. Place a wrench on flat side of rack to prevent turning. Place another wrench on flats of inner tie rod. Rotate inner tie rod counterclockwise until it separates from piston and rack. Remove shock damper ring.