How to replace the Rack and Pinion Boot on Chevrolet Trailblazer?

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.

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Chevrolet Trailblazer Tie Rod Boot Part Number: 26089593
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- Other Name: Boot Kit, Steering Tie Rod; Power Steering Cylinder; Rack and Pinion Bellows; Boot.; Boot Kit; Boot; Boot Kit, Tie Rod End Dust
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer | Base, LS, LT, LTZ, North Face, SS | 6 Cyl 4.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
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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
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- 2021-2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer | ACTIV, L, LS, LT, RS | 3 Cyl 1.2 L GAS, 3 Cyl 1.3 L GAS

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The Rack and Pinion Boot of Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles provide protection through rubber layer that wants to cover the risks of contaminants from directly affecting the rack and pinion system. Thus, the boot, sealing both ends of the rack, performs the function of protecting from possible damage and failure. Despite the differences between the types or styles of Rack and Pinion Boots for a certain model of Trailblazer that may have changed over the years, the function does not change- to protect the steering rack and keep it performing at its optimal. It is thus advisable to inspect and service the Rack and Pinion Boot fairly often so as to prevent the development of more severe problems that would hinder the smooth handling of the vehicle's steering wheel.

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Q: How to replace the Rack and Pinion Boot on Chevrolet Trailblazer?
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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.