OEM Buick Terraza Rack and Pinion Boot

Buick Terraza Rack and Pinion Boot Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Tie Rod Boot
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  Q: What tools are required to replace the rack and pinion boot and breather tube on Buick Terraza?

  A: A basic toolset containing j 22610 keystone clamp pliers must be used when replacing the Rack And Pinion Boot and breather tube off any vehicle. J 22610 keystone clamp pliers. Start by uninstalling the outer tie rod followed by removing the hex jam nut of the inner tie rod assembly. The Rack and Pinion Boot requires cutters to remove its clamp. Side cutters will cut off this clamp for disposal. You need to step away the Rack and Pinion Boot from its position on the Rack And Pinion gear assembly. When assembling start by installing a new boot clamp onto the Rack and Pinion Boot after which apply grease to both the inner tie rod assembly and the Rack And Pinion gear assembly before placing the Rack and Pinion Boot onto the inner tie rod assembly. Check that the Rack and Pinion Boot maintains its normal shape and is free of wrinkles or twists and distortion; gently adjust it if needed before seating it into the gear assembly groove. The installer should manually adjust the boot position before placing it into the gear assembly groove. Use the j 22610 to install the boot clamp onto the Rack and Pinion Boot then use the j 22610 to crimp it. Squeeze pliers over the Rack and Pinion Boot before installing the tie rod end clamp. Reattach the hex jam nut to the inner tie rod assembly.