Rack Boot / Tie-Rod Removal and Installation: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Suzuki XL-7 and 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove steering gear case, referring to P/S Gear Box Assembly Removal and Installation .
- For ease of adjustment after installation, make marking (4) of tie-rod end lock nut position of tie-rod thread.
- Loosen tie-rod end lock nut (2) and remove tie-rod end.
- Remove boot wire and clip.
- Remove boot (3) from tie-rod (1).
- Unbend washer (1) (2 places), and remove tie-rod (2) from rack (3).