How to replace the rack and pinion boot and breather tube on Chevrolet Impala?

To replace the Rack And Pinion boot and breather tube off the vehicle, start the procedure by first removing the outer tie rod using the keystone clamp pliers (J 22610). Then, take out the hexagon jam nut of the inner tie rod assembly and Tie Rod End clamp of the Rack And Pinion boot out. Use side cutters to remove and throw away the boot clamp from the Rack And Pinion boot. If there is a breather tube, note where it is on the gear assembly before removing the Rack And Pinion boot. Inspect the inner tie rod for corrosion or contamination after removing the boot. If none pointed out, repair. You need to remove the Rack And Pinion boot and the breather tube if it is there. For assembly, replace the old boot clamp with a new one onto the Rack And Pinion boot and lubricate the inner tie rod assembly and the Rack And Pinion gear assembly before replacing the old Rack And Pinion boot with a new one on the inner tie rod assembly respectively. If there is a breather tube, align it with the marked location and the molded nipple from the Rack And Pinion boot. Make sure the Rack And Pinion boot is not twisted or puckered; adjust if necessary prior to installing the boot clamp by using the keystone clamp pliers (J 22610) and crimping. Pinch the pliers together on the Rack And Pinion boot in order to attach the Tie Rod End clamp to the Rack And Pinion boot and then install the hexagon jam nut onto the inner tie rod assembly.

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Chevrolet Impala Tie Rod Boot Part Number: 26035404
$248.28 MSRP: $390.65
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- Other Name: Boot Kit, Steering Tie Rod; Power Steering Cylinder Boot Kit; Rack and Pinion Boot; Inner Tie Rod Boot; Boot Kit; Dust Seal; Outer Tie Rod Seal; Boots; Boot
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2013 Chevrolet Impala | 50th Anniversary Edition, Base, LS, LS Sport, LT, LTZ, Police, SS | 6 Cyl 3.4 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.9 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Impala Tie Rod Boot Part Number: 22776532
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- Other Name: Boot Kit, Tie Rod End Dust; Power Steering Cylinder Boot Kit; Rack and Pinion Boot; Boot Kit; Boot Kit, Steering Tie Rod
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2020 Chevrolet Impala | Eco, LS, LT, LTZ, Premier | 4 Cyl 2.4 L MILD HYBRID EV-GAS (MHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5 L FLEX, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L BI-FUEL, 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Impala Tie Rod Boot Part Number: 13354440
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- Other Name: Boot Kit, Steering Tie Rod; Power Steering Cylinder Boot Kit; Rack and Pinion Boot; Boot Kit
- Replaces: 13286689
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2019 Chevrolet Impala | Eco, LS, LT, LTZ, Premier | 4 Cyl 2.4 L MILD HYBRID EV-GAS (MHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5 L FLEX, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L BI-FUEL, 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Impala Cover Seal Part Number: 10252304
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Boot, Steering Gear Shaft; Upper Cover; Boots; Boot
- Replaces: 10434924, 10441129
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala | Base, LS, LS Sport, SS | 6 Cyl 3.4 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS

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The Rack and Pinion Boot in Chevrolet Impala's plays a huge part in protecting the steering rack from any contaminants. This rubber part is a barrier at two ends of the rack that protects the internal parts of the equipment from contamination as well as damage. If the Rack and Pinion Boot is broken or has cracks on it, then it is prone to wearing out the rack and pinion system which can totally fail. Throughout the years, different models of the Impala may have used different styles of Rack and Pinion Boot although types cannot be expounded upon. The primary function remains consistent: to ensure that there is protection of the steering system from ingress of debris which may affect the operation of the system. The Rack and Pinion Boot plays a crucial role in the functionality of the car's steering system, so its efficiency is instrumental.

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Q: How to replace the rack and pinion boot and breather tube on Chevrolet Impala?
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To replace the Rack And Pinion boot and breather tube off the vehicle, start the procedure by first removing the outer tie rod using the keystone clamp pliers (J 22610). Then, take out the hexagon jam nut of the inner tie rod assembly and Tie Rod End clamp of the Rack And Pinion boot out. Use side cutters to remove and throw away the boot clamp from the Rack And Pinion boot. If there is a breather tube, note where it is on the gear assembly before removing the Rack And Pinion boot. Inspect the inner tie rod for corrosion or contamination after removing the boot. If none pointed out, repair. You need to remove the Rack And Pinion boot and the breather tube if it is there. For assembly, replace the old boot clamp with a new one onto the Rack And Pinion boot and lubricate the inner tie rod assembly and the Rack And Pinion gear assembly before replacing the old Rack And Pinion boot with a new one on the inner tie rod assembly respectively. If there is a breather tube, align it with the marked location and the molded nipple from the Rack And Pinion boot. Make sure the Rack And Pinion boot is not twisted or puckered; adjust if necessary prior to installing the boot clamp by using the keystone clamp pliers (J 22610) and crimping. Pinch the pliers together on the Rack And Pinion boot in order to attach the Tie Rod End clamp to the Rack And Pinion boot and then install the hexagon jam nut onto the inner tie rod assembly.