C 3500 Truck 2WD V8-6.6L DSL Turbo VIN 1 (2002)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Rack and Pinion Boot and Breather Tube Replacement (Off Vehicle)
Rack and Pinion Boot and Breather Tube Replacement - Off Vehicle
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Tools Required
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J 22610 Service Boot Clamp Installer
Disassembly Procedure
1. To remove the outer tie rod.
2. Remove the hexagon jam nut (2) from the inner tie rod assembly (1).
3. Remove the tie rod end clamp (2) from the rack and pinion boot (1).
4. Remove the boot clamp (1) from the rack and pinion boot with side cutters.
5. Discard the boot clamp (1).
Important: If a breather tube is present, mark the location of the breather tube on the gear assembly before removal of the rack and pinion boot.