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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 659 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSRACK AND PINION BOOT REPLACEMENT - ONREMOVAL PROCEDURE

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic

Removal Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Remove the outer tie rod from the inner tie rod assembly. Refer to Tie Rod End Replacement - Outer .
Remove the intermediate steering shaft lower pinch bolt. Refer to INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT REPLACEMENT .
Remove the rear frame mounting bolts to allow for tool access.

Fig 1: Identifying Rack & Pinion Assembly
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Remove the inner tie rod jam nut (2) from the inner tie rod assembly (1).

Fig 2: Removing Nut From Inner Tie Rod Assembly
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Remove the clamp (2) from the end of the inner tie rod boot (1).

Fig 3: Removing Clamp Form Inner Tie Rod Boot
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Remove the inner tie rod boot clamp (1) from the inner tie rod boot (3) with side cutters.
Discard the inner tie rod boot clamp (1).
IMPORTANT: Prior to removing breather tube (2) or the inner tie rod boot (3), mark the location of the breather tube (2) on the power steering gear assembly.
Remove the inner tie rod boot (3) and the breather tube (2).

Fig 4: Removing Inner Tie Rod Boot, Clamp & Breather Tube
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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.