Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the rack and pinion outer tie rods. Refer to RACK AND PINION OUTER TIE ROD END REPLACEMENT .
Remove the power steering gear. Refer to REMOVAL PROCEDURE .
Completely remove the steering linkage inner tie rod nuts.

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Gear Clamp On Steering Gear Boot
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Remove the steering gear clamp (1) from the steering gear boot.

Fig 2: Identifying Steering Gear Clamp
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Cut, remove, and discard the steering gear clamp (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Steering Gear Boot
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Remove the steering gear boot.

Fig 4: Locating Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod & Boot Contact Areas
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Clean the steering linkage inner tie rod and boot contact areas of any grease and debris.