OEM 2001 Buick Park Avenue Rack and Pinion Boot

2001 Buick Park Avenue Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the Rack and Pinion Boot on 2001 Buick Park Avenue?

  A: The vehicle's Rack And Pinion boot replacement process starts by lifting the vehicle and using supports followed by tire removal. After removing the outer tie rod the installer should take out the hex jam nut from the inner tie rod. Unfasten the Tie Rod End clamp off the Rack And Pinion boot before taking out the Rack And Pinion boot clamp from its clamp. Remove the steering gear end of the Rack And Pinion boot before proceeding. Installing the new Rack And Pinion boot involves mounting it onto the steering gear before tightening it with a Rack And Pinion boot clamp. Secure the Rack And Pinion boot clamp through crimping with the keystone clamp plier (J 22610) then fix the Tie Rod End clamp in position on the Rack And Pinion boot . Start by reinstalling the hex jam nut to the inner tie rod assembly then finish with the outer tie rod. Replace the tire and wheel before lowering the vehicle for toe alignment adjustment. This equipment requires a universal steering linkage puller model j 24319-b and a keystone clamp plier model j 22610.