Tie Rod Boot: Service and Repair

REPLACEMENT





WHEELS
1. Loosen the wheel lug nuts.
2. Jack up the front of the vehicle and support it with safety stands.
3. Remove the wheel.

Tie-Rod End





1. Loosen the tie-rod nut.
2. With the nut protecting the tie-rod end stud, separate the tie-rod end from the steering knuckle with the SST.

Locknut





1. Before loosening the locknut from the tie-rod end, make a mark for reference when tightening.

Tie-Rod End Boot

Caution: Do not scar the part where the boot is attached to the tie-rod end.





1. Secure the tie-rod end in a vise.
2. Place a chisel against the boot and hold it at the angle shown.
3. Remove the boot by tapping it with a hammer.

INSTALLATION

Tie-Rod End Boot





1. Put a small amount of grease (lithium base) into the new boot and set it onto the tie-rod end.
2. Press the boot onto the tie-rod end with the SST and a press.









After installation, check the steenng anqle and toe-in and adlust if necessary.