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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 158 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSRACK AND PINION BOOT REPLACEMENT - ON VEHICLEINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T

Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the new boot clamp (2) onto the rack and pinion boot (3).

Fig 1: Installing Rack And Pinion Boot
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Apply grease to the inner rod (2) and apply grease to the gear assembly (1) prior to the boot (3) installation.

Fig 2: Applying Grease To Inner Rod And Gear Assembly
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Install the boot (3) onto the inner tie rod assembly.
Important: The rack and pinion boot must not be twisted or out of shape in any way. An improperly shaped boot must be shaped by hand before installing the boot clamp.
Install the boot (3) onto the gear assembly (1) until the boot is seated in the gear assembly groove.

Fig 3: Installing Boot Onto Inner Tie Rod Assembly
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Install the boot clamp on the boot (1) using tool J 22610 (2).

Fig 4: Installing Boot Clamp On Boot
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Crimp the boot clamp (2).
Install the tie rod end clamp on the boot using pliers.
Install the jam nut to the inner tie rod assembly.
Install the outer tie rod. Refer to TIE ROD END REPLACEMENT - OUTER .

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.