Steering Gear Boot: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Lincoln Navigator. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the tie-rod end. Refer to: Tie Rod End .
NOTE: Count and record the number of turns required to remove the outer tie-rod end jamb nut for reference during installation.

Remove the tie-rod end jamb nut.

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If equipped. Remove the underbody shield bolts and remove the underbody shield.

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If equipped. Remove the underbody shield bolts and remove the underbody shield.

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NOTE: 4WD shown, RWD similar.

If equipped.
1. Remove the forward underbody shield bolts.
2. Remove the rearward underbody shield bolts and the underbody shield.
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1. Remove and discard the outer steering gear boot clamp.
2. Remove and discard the inner steering gear boot clamp.
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Remove the steering gear boot.

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