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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2006G6 GTP, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 765 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSRACK AND PINION BOOT REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, Standard

Installation Procedure

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

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Fig 1: Identifying Inner Rod & Gear Assembly Lubrication Points

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Apply grease to the steering linkage inner tie rod (2) and the steering gear (1) prior to installing the steering gear boot (3).

Fig 2: Steering Gear Boot & Clamp

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Install the steering gear boot (3) onto the steering linkage inner tie rod.
Install the new steering gear boot clamp (2) onto the steering gear boot (3).
Make sure the steering gear boot (3) sits on the steering gear (1) so the steering gear boot (3) is seated in the steering gear (1) assembly groove.

Fig 3: Identifying J 22610

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Crimp the steering gear boot clamp (2) on the steering gear boot (1) using tool J 22610 . See Special Tools .

Fig 4: Steering Gear Boot Clamp & Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut

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Install the steering gear boot clamp (1).
Install the steering linkage inner tie rod nut (2).
Install the rack and pinion outer tie rod end. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .

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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.