Malibu L4-2.4L (2010)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Steering Gear Boot Replacement
Steering Gear Boot Replacement
Tools Required
J 22610 Keystone Clamp Pliers
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the rack and pinion outer tie rod end. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement (See: Tie Rod/Service and Repair/Steering
Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement).
Important: Mark the location of the steering gear inner tie rod nut before removing it from the steering gear inner tie rod.
2. Remove the steering gear inner tie rod nut and discard it.
3. Remove the outer steering gear boot clamp.
4. Remove the inner steering gear boot clamp and discard it.
5. Disengage and remove the steering gear boot from the steering gear.
6. Inspect the sealing surfaces and threaded shaft portion of the steering gear and the steering gear inner tie rod. The surfaces must be clean and free
of any debris.
Installation Procedure
1. Install a new clamp loosely on the inner part of the steering gear boot.
