Steering Rack End Removal & Installation: Removal

NOTE:  Do not allow dust, dirt, or other foreign materials to enter the steering gearbox.

1. 1. Steering Gearbox - Remove 
2. 2. Tie-Rod End - Remove

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3. 3. Rack End Boot - Remove

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   1. Remove the boot band (A)

   2. Remove the tie-rod clip (B)

   3. Pull the boot (C) away from the ends of the steering gearbox.

4. 4. Rack End - Remove

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   1. Hold the gearbox housing using a C-clamp (A) to a workbench as shown.

   NOTE:  Do not clamp the cylinder part of the gearbox housing in a vise.

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   2. Unbend the lock washer (A).

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   3. Unscrew the rack end (A) with a wrench. NOTE:  Be careful not to damage the rack surface with the wrench 4. Remove the lock washer (B) 5. Remove the spacer (C) 6. Remove the damper (D).