How to replace a steering gear boot on Ford Edge?

Loosen the lug nuts, raise the vehicle and support it securely on jack stands. Remove the wheel. Remove the tie-rod end and jam nut. Remove the outer rack and pinion boot clamp with a pair of pliers. The outer ends of the rack and pinion boots are secured by band-type clamps; they're easily removed with a pair of pliers. The inner ends are retained by boot clamps which must be cut off and discarded. Cut off the inner boot clamp with a pair of diagonal cutters. Slide off the boot. Before installing the new boot, wrap the threads and serrations on the end of the steering rod with a layer of tape so the small end of the new boot isn't damaged. Slide the new boot into position on the rack and pinion until it seats in the groove in the steering rod and install new clamps. Remove the tape and install the tie-rod end. Install the wheel and lug nuts. Lower the vehicle and tighten the lug nuts to the torque.

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Ford Edge Boot
Part Number: 7T4Z-3K661-B
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- Other Name: Tie Rod Boot
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2014 Ford Edge | 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS) , 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC VCT SMPI, 6 Cyl 3.7L DOHC | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
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Part Number: 7T4Z-3K661-A
$35.45 MSRP: $51.83
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Tie Rod Boot
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2014 Ford Edge | 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS) , 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC VCT SMPI, 6 Cyl 3.7L DOHC | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
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Product Specifications
- Manufacturer Note: RH/LH
- Position: Passenger Side/Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2015-2024 Ford Edge | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0L DOHC, 4 Cyl 2.0L Duratorq-TDCi (132kW/180PS), 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS), 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.7L, 6 Cyl 3.5L Cyclone Petrol TIVCT | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6DCT450 - MPS6, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, 6-Speed Manual Transaxle - MMT6, 8-Speed Automatic Transmission 8F57, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, RHD 4WD (FTD)

Ford Edge Rack and Pinion Boot

The Rack and Pinion Boot in the Ford Edge automobiles plays a very significant function of protecting the steering rack form dust and other debris. This rubber part creates and barrier at the two ends of the rack such that the inside structure of the rack is kept clean and functional. The Rack and Pinion Boot when cracked or damaged exposes the rack and pinion system to susceptibility failure of the system. Several models of Rack and Pinion Boot may have been used for Ford Edge over the years although the kind is not clearly described. The primary function remains consistent: as means of protection to the components within the vehicle and to keep off any interferences from the external world within the steering system. The Rack and Pinion Boot should be maintained well so that the life of the vehicle's steering system as well as the efficiency of the vehicle will be improved.

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Q: How to replace a steering gear boot on Ford Edge?
A: Loosen the lug nuts, raise the vehicle and support it securely on jack stands. Remove the wheel. Remove the tie-rod end and jam nut. Remove the outer rack and pinion boot clamp with a pair of pliers. The outer ends of the rack and pinion boots are secured by band-type clamps; they're easily removed with a pair of pliers. The inner ends are retained by boot clamps which must be cut off and discarded. Cut off the inner boot clamp with a pair of diagonal cutters. Slide off the boot. Before installing the new boot, wrap the threads and serrations on the end of the steering rod with a layer of tape so the small end of the new boot isn't damaged. Slide the new boot into position on the rack and pinion until it seats in the groove in the steering rod and install new clamps. Remove the tape and install the tie-rod end. Install the wheel and lug nuts. Lower the vehicle and tighten the lug nuts to the torque.