Description
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3C650 | Outer bellows boot clamp (part of boot kit 3K661) |
| 2 | 3280 | Inner tie-rod end |
| 3 | 3K662 | Inner bellows boot clamp (part of boot kit 3K661) |
| 4 | 3K661 | Steering gear bellows boot (part of boot kit 3K661) |
| 5 | W713882 | Tie-rod jam nut |
- NOTICE: The steering gear bellows boots and clamps are designed to produce an airtight seal and protect the internal components of the steering gear. If the seal is not airtight, the vacuum generated during turning will draw water and contamination into the gear, causing damage. Zip ties do not provide an airtight seal and must not be used.NOTICE: The inner tie-rod ball joint grease is not compatible with water. Water trapped in the grease will damage the joint.
NOTE:
The ball stud housing of an OEM inner tie rod is a rounded design and has no flat surfaces to accommodate the use of a wrench. The ball stud housing of a replacement inner tie rod is designed with flat surfaces.
NOTE:
If repairing the RH side, it will be necessary to pull back the LH inner tie-rod boot to hold the steering gear.
Remove the outer tie rod. For additional information, refer to Tie Rod — Outer in this section.
- Remove the tie-rod jam nut from the inner tie rod.
- Remove and discard the outer bellows boot clamp.
- Remove and discard the inner bellows boot clamp.
- Remove the steering gear bellows boot.
- NOTE:
An assistant may be needed to hold the steering gear rack for removal of the RH inner tie rod.NOTICE: Use an appropriate-sized wrench on the flat of the rack gear to resist rotation and to prevent damage during the removal of the inner tie rod.
