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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 power steering gear assembly. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement .
  3. Remove the outer tie rod. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .

  4. Object Number: 1768707  Size: SH
  5. Remove the dust boot outer retaining clamps.
  6. Cut and remove the dust boot inner retaining clamps.
  7. 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 Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
  5. Install the power steering gear assembly. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement .
  6. Lower the vehicle.