Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Steering Gear Boot Replacement
Special Tools
CH-804 Drive Axle Seal Clamp Pliers
Removal Procedure
Remove the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.
- Remove the steering linkage inner tie rod nut (1).
- Remove the steering gear outer boot clamp (2).
- Loosen the steering gear inner boot clamp (1). Mark installation position of boot clamp (1) on steering gear.
- Remove the steering gear boot (1).
Note: After removing the boot, inspect the steering linkage inner tie rod for evidence of corrosion or contamination. If none is evident, continue with the repair. If corrosion or contamination is evident, replace the inner tie rod.
- Remove the steering gear inner boot clamp (2).
Installation Procedure
- Install a new clamp (2) loosely on the inner part of the steering gear boot.
- Apply grease from the service kit to the indicated locations.
Note: The steering gear boot must seat in the appropriate groove on the steering gear.
- Install the steering gear boot (1) over the steering linkage inner tie rod and onto the steering gear.
- Adjust boot clamp (1) to marking on steering gear to keep correct installation position.
- Using CH-804 pliers crimp the inner steering gear boot clamp (1).
- Install the steering gear outer boot clamp (2).
- Install the steering linkage inner tie rod nut (1).
- Install the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.
Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Outlet Hose Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
- Remove as much power steering fluid from the remote power steering fluid reservoir as possible.
- Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
Hose Clamp
Procedure
Compress the power steering fluid reservoir outlet hose clamp from the power steering pump and power steering fluid reservoir.
Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Outlet Hose
Procedure
Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding.
Tip
Clean any excess power steering fluid from the vehicle.
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and
Installation.
Steering Linkage Tie Rod Nut
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface ...
Power Steering Gear Inlet Pipe/Hose Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement
Remove as much power steering fluid from the remote power steering fluid
reservoir as possible.
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Other materials:
Lamp Messages
AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ON
This message is displayed when the automatic light control has been turned on.
AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL OFF
This message is displayed when the automatic light control has been turned off.
XXX TURN INDICATOR FAILURE
When one of the turn signals is out, this message disp ...
Rear Side Door Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the rear side door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim
Replacement.
Rear Side Door Check Link Bolt
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Procedure
Remove the water deflector
Disconnect the door electrical connector.
Suppo ...
Hydraulic Clutch
For vehicles with a manual transmission, it is not necessary to regularly check
brake/clutch fluid unless there is a leak suspected.
Adding fluid will not correct a leak.
A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected
and repaired.
When to Check and What to Us ...
