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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009TAHOE BASE, 4.8 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGPOWER STEERING SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING GEAR BOOT REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 C

Removal Procedure

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Removal Procedure

Remove the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .

Fig 1: View Of Inner Tie Rod Assembly & Hex Jam Nut

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Remove the steering linkage inner tie rod nut (2) from the steering linkage inner tie rod (1).

Fig 2: View Of Rack & Pinion Boot & Clamp

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Remove the steering gear boot clamp (2) from the steering gear boot (1).

Fig 3: View Of Rack And Pinion Boot & Boot Clamp

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Remove the steering gear boot clamp (1) from the steering gear boot (2) with side cutters.
Discard the steering gear boot clamp (1).
Remove the steering gear boot from the steering gear.

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.