Tie-Rod/Rack Boot Removal and Installation: Removal

2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Removal
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  1. Remove steering gear case assembly referring to STEERING GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION: ELECTRIC TYPEΒ .
  2. Remove member bracket from steering gear case assembly.
  3. For ease of adjustment after installation, make marking (1) of tie-rod end lock nut position of tie-rod thread.
    Fig 1: Identifying Marking Of Tie-Rod
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  4. Loosen tie-rod end lock nut and remove tie-rod end.
  5. Remove boot band (2) and clip (1).
  6. Remove boot from tie-rod.
    Fig 2: Identifying Boot Band And Clip
    G06867589Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  7. Unbend bent part of tie-rod lock washer (1).
  8. Remove tie-rod (3) from rack (2).
    Fig 3: Removing Tie-Rod From Rack
    G06867590Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
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