Cooper S (R53) L4-1.6L SC (W11) (2004)
Steering Shaft: Service and Repair
Replacing Boot For Lower Steering Spindle
Remove nut (1) and remove bolt (2).
Release knuckle from pinion.
Lower universal joint clamping nut
M8 Nut .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 22 Nm
Note: Use only once
Pull lower half of sliding joint and bearing up through boot.
Push to one side.
Remove boot from floor by pushing out from inside the vehicle in direction shown.