Rampage L4-135 2.2L (1983)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Rack and Pinion
Disassembly
Fig. 1 Exploded view of Saginaw power rack & pinion steering gear
Fig. 2 Removing tie rod from rack assembly
1. Mark position of tie rod end on tie rod, then loosen jam nut and remove tie rod end.
2. Remove jam nut, then using pliers to expand outer bellows clamp, remove clamp from bellows. An outer clamp is not used on 1983 vehicles. To
prevent damage to the bellows when removing it, note the following. Slide the small end of the bellows towards the rack until the groove
is exposed. Place a small rubber band in the groove, then slide the small end of the boot over the rubber band and off the threaded end of
