Rack Boot Removal and Installation: Removal

2012 Suzuki Kizashi Sport GTS, 4WDSECTION Removal
  1. Remove front suspension frame, see FRONT SUSPENSION FRAME REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  2. Remove steering gear case, see STEERING GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONΒ .
  3. Remove tie-rod end, see TIE-ROD END REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONΒ .
  4. Remove boot clamp (1) and boot band (2) and remove rack boot (3) from steering gear case (4).
    Fig 1: Identifying Boot Clamp, Boot Band, Rack Boot And Steering Gear Case
    G06528959Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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