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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 26610 (KM-J-22610) Installer

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  2. Remove the outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.

  3. Object Number: 1768707  Size: SH
  4. Remove the dust boot outer retaining clamps.
  5. Cut and remove the dust boot inner retaining clamps.
  6. Remove the dust boot.

Installation procedure


    Object Number: 1768712  Size: SH
  1. Install the dust boot.
  2. Install the dust boot outer retaining clamp.
  3. Install the dust boot inner retaining clamp with the J 26610 (KM-J-22610).
  4. Install the outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.
  5. Lower the vehicle.