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1.REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT CLIP (for LH Side)
Using pliers, remove the steering rack boot clip.
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2.REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT CLIP (for RH Side)
Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.
3.REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT RETAINER (for LH Side)
Using a screwdriver, remove the steering rack boot retainer.
4.REMOVE STEERING RACK BOOT RETAINER (for RH Side)
Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.
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5.REMOVE NO. 2 STEERING RACK BOOT
Remove the No. 2 steering rack boot.
Check that there is no water, foreign matter or rust inside of the removed No. 2 steering rack boot.
If there is no water, foreign matter or rust inside of the No. 2 steering rack boot, pull out the rack bar and check for water, foreign matter or rust.
If the No. 2 steering rack boot or rack bar is contaminated with water, foreign matter or rust, replace the steering gear assembly.
In order to avoid water or foreign matter from adhering to the parts, do not touch the parts unless working in a dust-free, indoors environment.
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6.REMOVE NO. 1 STEERING RACK BOOT
Perform the same procedure as for the No. 2 steering rack boot.