Removal And Installation: Boot: Removing

NOTE:

If the boot is faulty, moisture and dirt will penetrate into the steering gear. There must be a noticeable grease film present on steering gear in the area of the splines. If the grease film is not present, the steering gear must be replaced.

Replace the steering gear:

If there is corrosion.

If it is damaged.

If it is worn out.

If there is dirt on the steering gear.

-- Turn the steering wheel into the straight ahead position.

-- Loosen the wheel bolts.

-- Raise the vehicle.

-- Remove the wheel.

-- Mark the location of the nut on the tie rod.

-- Remove the tie rod end. Refer to TIE ROD END .

-- Clean the outside of the steering gear in the area of the boot.

While doing this, no dirt must enter the steering gear through the faulty boot.

-- Open the clamps.

-- Remove the boot from the steering gear and the tie rod.

NOTE:

If corrosion, damage, wear-out or the first signs of contamination on the steering gear can be seen, the complete steering gear must be replaced.

If no grease film is visible on the steering gear, the steering gear must also be replaced completely.