OEM 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Rack and Pinion Boot

2005 Chevrolet Malibu Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the Rack and Pinion Boot on 2005 Chevrolet Malibu?

  A: As the first step in replacing a Rack And Pinion boot the mechanic must detach the Rack And Pinion outer Tie Rod End. Note the exact position of the steering gear inner tie rod nut before removing it and throw away the inner tie rod nut. Discard the second clamp holding the steering gear boot while removing both the outer steering gear boot clamp followed by the inside steering gear boot clamp. Steer the gear boot free from the steering gear after checking both boot sealing areas and the steering gear shaft threading as well as its inner tie rod for contaminant-free surfaces. Add a new clamp loosely to the boot's inner portion of the steering gear while applying service kit grease to specified points before seat the boot correctly within the steering gear's groove. Apply the steering gear boot over both the steering gear inner tie rod and the gear then clamp it using j 22610 keystone clamp pliers (J 22610). Attaching the outer steering gear boot clamp comes after you install the new steering gear inner tie rod nut in its original placement. Achieving this concludes by installing the Rack And Pinion outer Tie Rod End along with performing front toe adjustments.