Esteem GLX Sedan Plus L4-1.8L (1999)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Rack Boot Replacement
RACK BOOT REMOVAL
1. Remove steering gear box from vehicle.
2. For ease of adjustment after installation, make marking of tie rod end lock nut position of tie rod thread.
3. Loosen tie rod end lock nut and remove tie rod end.
4. Remove boot wire and clip.
5. Remove boot from tie rod.
6. Unbend bent parts (2 places) of tie rod lock washer and remove tie rod from rack.
INSTALLATION
1. Install new tie rod lock washer and tie rod to rack.
2. Tighten tie rod ball nut to specified torque.
Tightening Torque (a): 90 Nm (9.0 kg-m, 65.5 ft. lbs.)
3. Bend lock washer at 2 places to tie rod side.
