Removing
Place the car on a two post lift.
Remove:
- front wheel,
- steering rod,
- wheel alignment locknut.
Cut the yoke (1) securing the protective cover.
Remove protective cover (2).
Installation
Be sure to replace:
- protective cover of the steering mechanism,
- fastening latch.
Clean the mating surfaces between the steering gear and the protective boot with a surface cleaner.
Apply silicone grease to the mating surfaces of the inner ball joint protector to prevent the boot from twisting.
Note:
- It is necessary to set the steering to the mid-point position so that there is an equal amount of air in the protective covers.
- Take care not to damage the protective covers: risk of irreversible wear.
Install:
- new protective cover of the steering mechanism,
- new collar.
Install::
- wheel alignment locknut,
- steering rod,
- wheel.
Check wheel alignment, adjust if necessary.