How to replace the Rack and Pinion Boot and reinstall the wheel on Volkswagen Jetta?

Before removing the wheel, loosen the lug nuts and lift the car up and place it on jackstands. The third step is to remove the tie-rod end and jam nut. Take away the outer steering gear boot clamp using a pair of the pliers and the clamps are attached to it and are of a spring nature and can be easily released. Using diagonal cutters, cut off the inner boot clamp and slide off the boot. Prior to fitting the new boot, tape the threads and serrations on the end of the steering rod to prevent drying up the small end of the new boot. Install the new clamps and insert the new boot into place in the steering gear until it fits into the groove of the steering rod. When the tape is taken off, the tie-rod end is installed followed by the wheel and the lug nuts. Lastly, lower the car and screw the lug nuts in the required force.

How to properly replace a Rack and Pinion Boot and reattach the tie-rod end on Volkswagen Passat?

Tighten the wheel bolts and elevate the front of the car in good position on jackstands and then loosen the wheel bolts and secure the car on jackstands. Take off the tie-rod end of the tie-rod. Take out and destroy, by prying open or cutting off, the steering gear boot clamps, which can be pried by prying at the crimped part, or cut by cutting pliers. Removal of the boot and a new clamp of the inner end of the boot. Place the boot in its place, with both end so that they fit into their grooves, and make sure that the boot is not twisted before joining the inner clamp with clamp crimping pliers. Install the outer clamp and loosely tighten it and reinstall the tie-rod end. Lastly, check and adjust the front end alignment where required.

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Volkswagen Boot Part Number: 1EA-423-831-A
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- ID.4 | 2021-2023 | 1st Edition, Pro, Pro S, Pro S Plus, S, Standard | BATTERY EV (EV/BEV)
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Volkswagen Boot Part Number: 7D0-419-831
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- Replaces: 701-419-831
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- EuroVan | 1999-2003, 1997, 1995, 1993 | Base, Camper, CL, GL, GLS, MV, Transport | 5 Cyl 2.4 L DIESEL, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Boot Part Number: 357-422-831-B
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- Other Name: Tie Rod Boot
Fits the following Volkswagen Models:
- Cabrio | 1995-2002 | Base, GL, GLS, GLX, High Line | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Corrado | 1992-1994 | SLC | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- Golf | 1998 | CL, GL, GTI, GTI VR6, K2, TDI | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- Jetta | 1995-1999 | Celebration Edition, GL, GLS, GLX, GT, K2, TDI, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- Passat | 1990-1997 | CL, GL, GLS, GLX, TDI | 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Boot Part Number: 1J0-422-831-B
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- Other Name: Boot Kit
Fits the following Volkswagen Models:
- Beetle | 1998-2010 | 2.5, Base, GL, GLS, GLS TDI, GLX, S, SE, Sport, TDI, Turbo S | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- Golf | 1999-2006 | GL, GL TDI, GLS, GLS TDI, GTI, GTI 1.8T, GTI 20th Anniversary, GTI 337, GTI GLS, GTI GLX, GTI VR6, TDI, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- Jetta | 1999-2005 | GL, GL TDI, GLI, GLS, GLS TDI, GLX, TDI, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- R32 | 2004 | Base | 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
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Volkswagen Boot Part Number: 1K0-423-831-B
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- Other Name: Cup; Tie Rod Boot
Fits the following Volkswagen Models:
- Arteon | 2019-2023 | SE, SE R-Line, SEL, SEL Premium, SEL Premium R-Line, SEL R-Line | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Atlas | 2018-2024 | Launch Edition, Peak Edition SE, Peak Edition SEL, S, SE, SE R-Line, SEL, SEL Premium, SEL Premium R-Line, SEL R-Line, SEL R-Line Black | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Atlas Cross Sport | 2020-2024 | S, SE, SE R-Line, SEL, SEL Premium, SEL Premium R-Line, SEL R-Line, SEL R-Line Black, Trendline | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Beetle | 2012-2019 | #PinkBeetle, Base, Classic, Coast, Denim, Dune, Final Edition SE, Final Edition SEL, Fleet Edition, GSR, R-Line, R-Line S, R-Line SE, R-Line SEL, S, SE, SEL, TDI, Turbo, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- CC | 2009-2017 | 4 Motion, Executive, Executive 4 Motion, Lux, Lux Limited, Lux Plus, Luxury, R-Line, R-Line Executive, Sport, Sport Plus, Trend, V6 Executive 4Motion, VR6, VR6 4Motion, VR6 4Motion Executive, VR6 Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Eos | 2007-2016 | 2.0T, 3.2, Base, Executive, Final Edition, Komfort, Lux, Sport, Turbo, VR6 | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
- GTI | 2006-2024 | 40th Anniversary Edition, Autobahn, Base, Driver's Edition, Fahrenheit, Rabbit Edition, S, SE, Sport, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Golf | 2010-2021 | Base, Launch Edition, S, SE, SEL, TDI, TDI S, TDI SE, TDI SEL, TSi, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- Golf Alltrack | 2017-2019 | S, SE, SEL | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
- Golf R | 2022-2023, 2015-2019, 2012-2013 | 20th Anniversary Edition, Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Boot Part Number: 8D0-419-831-J
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- Other Name: Cup; Boot
- Position: Right
Fits the following Volkswagen Models:
- Passat | 1998-2000 | GLS | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Dust Shield Part Number: 171-419-523-A
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- Other Name: Boot; Dust Shield
Fits the following Volkswagen Models:
- Cabriolet | 1985-1993 | Base, Bestseller, Boutique, Carat, Classic, Etienne Aigner, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Cover Part Number: 191-419-523-C
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- Other Name: Boot; Cover
Fits the following Volkswagen Models:
- Corrado | 1990-1994 | G60, SLC | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- Golf | 1985-1992 | Base, GL, GT, GTI, GTI 16-Valve, GTI 8-Valve | 4 Cyl 1.6 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Jetta | 1984-1992 | Base, Carat, GL, GLI, GLI 16-Valve, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.6 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 1.7 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Seal Part Number: 1K0-423-187
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- Other Name: Washer; Dust Shield, Seal
- Replaces: 1K1-423-187
Fits the following Volkswagen Models:
- Beetle | 2012-2019 | #PinkBeetle, Base, Classic, Coast, Denim, Dune, Final Edition SE, Final Edition SEL, Fleet Edition, GSR, R-Line, R-Line S, R-Line SE, R-Line SEL, S, SE, SEL, TDI, Turbo, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- CC | 2009-2017 | 4 Motion, Executive, Executive 4 Motion, Lux, Lux Limited, Lux Plus, Luxury, R-Line, R-Line Executive, Sport, Sport Plus, Trend, V6 Executive 4Motion, VR6, VR6 4Motion, VR6 4Motion Executive, VR6 Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Eos | 2007-2016 | 2.0T, 3.2, Base, Executive, Final Edition, Komfort, Lux, Sport, Turbo, VR6 | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
- GTI | 2006-2014 | Base, Driver's Edition, Fahrenheit, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Golf | 2010-2014 | Base, TDI | 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- Golf R | 2012-2013 | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Jetta | 2005-2018 | 2.0T, 2.5, Base, GL, GL TDI, GLI, GLI SE, GLI SEL, GLS, GLS TDI, Hybrid, Hybrid SE, Hybrid SEL, Hybrid SEL Premium, S, SE, SE Sport, SEL, SEL Premium, Sport, TDI, TDI Cup Edition, TDI Premium, TDI S, TDI SE, TDI SEL, Value Edition, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.4 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 1.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- Passat | 2012-2022, 2006-2010 | 2.0T, 3.6, GT, Komfort, Limited Edition, Lux, R-Line, S, SE, SE R-Line, SEL, SEL Premium, Sport, TDI SE, TDI SEL, TDI SEL Premium, Turbo, Value Edition, VR6, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- R32 | 2008 | Base | 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
- Rabbit | 2006-2009 | 2.5, S | 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Volkswagen Boot Part Number: 8N0-422-831
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- Golf | 2004 | GL, GL TDI, GLS, GLS TDI, GTI 1.8T, GTI VR6 | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Boot Part Number: 4D0-419-831-E
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- Other Name: Cup; Tie Rod Boot
- Position: Left
Fits the following Volkswagen Models:
- Passat | 2000-2005 | 4 Motion, GL, GL TDI, GLS, GLS 4 Motion, GLS TDI, GLX, GLX 4 Motion, W8 | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Boot Part Number: 5Q0-423-831
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- Other Name: Tie Rod Boot
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- Arteon | 2019-2021 | SE, SE R-Line, SEL, SEL Premium, SEL Premium R-Line, SEL R-Line | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Atlas | 2018 | Launch Edition, S, SE, SEL, SEL Premium | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Tiguan | 2018-2022 | S, SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL, SEL Premium, SEL Premium R-Line, SEL R-Line, SEL R-Line Jet Black | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Boot Part Number: 1H1-419-523-A
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- Cabrio | 1995-2002 | Base, GL, GLS, GLX, High Line | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Golf | 1993-1999 | Base, Celebration Edition, City, CL, GL, GTI, GTI VR6, Jazz, K2, Limited Edition, Sport, TDI, Trek, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- Jetta | 1993-1999 | Base, Celebration Edition, City, GL, GLS, GLX, GT, Jazz, K2, Limited Edition, TDI, Trek, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Boot Part Number: 1H0-422-831-B
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- Other Name: Boot Kit
Fits the following Volkswagen Models:
- Cabrio | 1998-2002 | Base, GL, GLS, GLX | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Golf | 1993-1999 | Base, Celebration Edition, City, CL, GL, GTI, GTI VR6, Jazz, K2, Limited Edition, Sport, TDI, Trek, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- Jetta | 1993-1999 | Base, Celebration Edition, City, GL, GLS, GLX, GT, Jazz, K2, TDI, Trek, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- Passat | 1995-1997 | GLS, GLX, TDI | 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Boot Part Number: 2H0-422-831
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- Touareg | 2004-2017 | Base, Hybrid, TDI, TDI Executive, TDI Lux, TDI R-Line, TDI Sport, V6, V6 Executive, V6 Lux, V6 R-Line, V6 Sport, V6 Wolfsburg, V8, VR6, X | 10 Cyl 5.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.0 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.2 L GAS
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Volkswagen Boot Part Number: 357-419-523-C
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- Golf | 1997-1998 | K2, TDI | 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL
- Jetta | 1998 | TDI | 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL
- Passat | 1990-1997 | CL, GL, GLS, GLX, TDI | 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Boot Part Number: 251-419-831-A
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- Vanagon | 1984-1991 | Base, Campmobile, Carat, GL, L, Syncro | 4 Cyl 1.6 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 1.9 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.1 L GAS
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Volkswagen Cover Part Number: 191-419-523-D
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- Other Name: Boot; Cover
Fits the following Volkswagen Models:
- Golf | 1985-1992 | Base, GL, GT, GTI, GTI 16-Valve, GTI 8-Valve | 4 Cyl 1.6 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Jetta | 1985-1990 | Base, Carat, GL, GLI, GLI 16-Valve, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.6 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Boot Part Number: 305-419-831-1
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- Fox | 1987-1993 | Base, GL, GL Sport | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Sleeve Part Number: 171-419-523
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Boot; Dust Seal, Sleeve
Fits the following Volkswagen Models:
- Cabriolet | 1985-1993 | Base, Bestseller, Boutique, Carat, Classic, Etienne Aigner, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
- Rabbit | 1984 | GL, GTI, L, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.6 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 1.7 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
- Rabbit Convertible | 1984 | Base, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
- Scirocco | 1984-1988 | 16-Valve, Base | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Rack and Pinion Boot

The Volkswagen Rack and Pinion Boot serves as a flexible shield that seals the steering rack from dust and water to ensure every turn is smooth and accurate. VW built its reputation from making reliable, people-centered cars since 1937 with the iconic Beetle and going forward to the adaptable Type 2 van, sleek sedans, and forward-looking electric vehicles such as the ID.3 and ID.4. Clean lines, sound engineering, and ingenious technology such as TSI turbo engines, direct fuel injection, the MQB platform, digital cockpits, and park assist systems make VW vehicles practical and fun. From nimble city hatchbacks to roomy crossovers, every VW has the same promise of efficiency, safety, and fun driving, enhanced by continual research to develop electric powertrains and intuitive infotainment that can be navigated with ease by teenage drivers. While drivers enjoy those advantages, the Rack and Pinion Boot is the silent guardian of the steering heart of every car. This sturdy rubber sleeve embraces the rack housing and flexes with each steering input while springing back without cracking. Blocking grit and moisture from penetrating, it prevents premature gear wear and costly repairs and maintains the precise road feel that enthusiasts love. Its simple design, comprised of a stretchable tube with clamps on both ends, provides universal protection across the entire lineup, proving the point that a small part can carry big performance standards.

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Volkswagen Rack and Pinion Boot Parts and Q&A

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1K0-423-187
Q: How to replace the Rack and Pinion Boot and reinstall the wheel on Volkswagen Jetta?
A:
Before removing the wheel, loosen the lug nuts and lift the car up and place it on jackstands. The third step is to remove the tie-rod end and jam nut. Take away the outer steering gear boot clamp using a pair of the pliers and the clamps are attached to it and are of a spring nature and can be easily released. Using diagonal cutters, cut off the inner boot clamp and slide off the boot. Prior to fitting the new boot, tape the threads and serrations on the end of the steering rod to prevent drying up the small end of the new boot. Install the new clamps and insert the new boot into place in the steering gear until it fits into the groove of the steering rod. When the tape is taken off, the tie-rod end is installed followed by the wheel and the lug nuts. Lastly, lower the car and screw the lug nuts in the required force.
Boot
4D0-419-831-E
Q: How to properly replace a Rack and Pinion Boot and reattach the tie-rod end on Volkswagen Passat?
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Tighten the wheel bolts and elevate the front of the car in good position on jackstands and then loosen the wheel bolts and secure the car on jackstands. Take off the tie-rod end of the tie-rod. Take out and destroy, by prying open or cutting off, the steering gear boot clamps, which can be pried by prying at the crimped part, or cut by cutting pliers. Removal of the boot and a new clamp of the inner end of the boot. Place the boot in its place, with both end so that they fit into their grooves, and make sure that the boot is not twisted before joining the inner clamp with clamp crimping pliers. Install the outer clamp and loosely tighten it and reinstall the tie-rod end. Lastly, check and adjust the front end alignment where required.