Boot, Installing

-- Check boot for wear (slits, cracks) and check sealing surfaces of boot for dirt.

-- Install boot. Turn the tie rod so that the tie rod ball joint shank is in the installation position.

Fig 1: Identifying Hose Clip Pliers V.A.G 1275A

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-- Tension clamp using Hose Clamp Pliers VAG1275.