Rack Boot / Tie-Rod Removal and Installation: Removal

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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).

Fig 1: Identifying Tie Rod, Tie-Rod End Lock Nut, Boot And Marking
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
Unbend washer (1) (2 places), and remove tie-rod (2) from rack (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Washer, Tie-Rod, Rack, Aluminum Plate And Vise
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.