OEM Chevrolet Trailblazer Rack and Pinion Boot

Chevrolet Trailblazer Rack and Pinion Boot Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Tie Rod Boot
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  Q: How to replace the Rack and Pinion Boot on Chevrolet Trailblazer?

  A: You should use the hex jam nut to separate it from the inner tie rod assembly before removing the tie rod end clamp from the Rack And Pinion Boot. Using side cutters to cut away the boot clamp then discard it from the Rack and Pinion Boot. Remove the Rack and Pinion Boot first from its position on the Rack And Pinion gear assembly. Begin installation by putting a new boot clamp onto the Rack and Pinion Boot . Before mounting the new Rack and Pinion Boot on the inner tie rod assembly , apply grease both to the Rack And Pinion gear assembly and the inner tie rod assembly . Check that the Rack and Pinion Boot maintains straight alignment without folds. The technician must adjust the boot's position by hand until it fits properly into the gear assembly groove. The j22610 keystone clamp pliers (J22610) helps install boot clamp to the Rack and Pinion Boot before using pliers to tighten clamp while installing tie rod end clamp . Reinstall the hex jam nut onto the inner tie rod assembly after completion.