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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2006G6 GTP, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1154 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING GEAR BOOT REPLACEMENT - ON VEHICLEINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, Standard

Installation Procedure

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Installation Procedure

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Install a new clamp loosely on the inner part of the steering gear boot.

Fig 1: View Of Steering Gear Boot

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Apply grease from the service kit to the indicated locations.

IMPORTANT: The steering gear boot must seat in the appropriate groove on the steering gear.

Install the steering gear boot over the steering linkage inner tie rod and onto the steering gear.
Using pliers J 22610 , crimp the inner steering gear boot clamp. See Special Tools .
Install the outer steering gear boot clamp.
Install a new steering linkage inner tie rod nut in the same position the prior one was removed from.

Fig 2: View Of Outer & Inner Tie Rods

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Install the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
Adjust the front toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment .

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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.