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1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic

Disassembly Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Disassembly Procedure
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    Fig 1: Identifying Inner Tie Rod Assembly Jam Nut
    GM297360Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. To remove the outer tie rod; refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
  2. Remove the hex jam nut (2) from the inner tie rod assembly (1).
    3. Fig 2: View Of Tie Rod End Clamp, Rack & Pinion Boot
    GM423441Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the tie rod end clamp (2) from the rack and pinion boot (1).
    4. Fig 3: View Of Inner Tie Rod Boot Clamp
    GM423443Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the boot clamp (1) from the rack and pinion boot with side cutters.
  5. Discard the boot clamp (1).
    6. Fig 4: Pinion Gear Assembly, Rack & Pinion Boot
    GM423448Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the rack and pinion boot (1) from the rack and pinion gear assembly.
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