TrailBlazer 4WD L6-4.2L (2007)
4. Remove and discard the large seal retaining clamp (1) from the rack and pinion boot (2) with side cutters.
Important: Do not cut the end of the boot or place a screwdriver between boot and tie rod.
5. Firmly pull rack and pinion boot (1) from the gear.
Discard the rack and pinion boot (1).
Installation Procedure
Important: The arrows (2) on the boot must be aligned with the range (1) on the gear housing.
1. Apply grease provided to inside of rack and pinion boot ribs (4).
2. Place the new large seal retaining clamp (3) onto rack and pinion boot (4).
3. Install boot (4) over inner tie rod end. Align the arrows (2) on boot (4) with the range (1) marked on the gear housing.
4. Install the new small seal retaining clamp (2) over the boot (1).
