Canyon 4WD V8-5.3L (2009)
4. Remove the boot clamp (1) from the rack and pinion boot with side cutters.
5. Discard the boot clamp (1).
Important:
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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.
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After removing the boot, inspect the inner tie rod for evidence of corrosion or contamination. If none is evident, continue with the
repair. If corrosion or contamination is evident, replace the steering gear.
6. Remove the rack and pinion boot (1) and the breather tube, if present, from the rack and pinion gear assembly.
Assembly Procedure
1. Install the new boot clamp (1) onto the rack and pinion boot (3).
2. Prior to rack and pinion boot installation, apply grease to the inner tie rod assembly (2) and the rack and pinion gear assembly (1).
3. Install the rack and pinion boot (3) onto the inner tie rod assembly (2).
4. If present, install the breather tube while aligning the breather tube with the mark made during removal and the molded nipple of the rack and
pinion boot.
