Rack & Pinion Need to Be Replaced on 2010 CRV

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ljwolf

Discussion Starter · Mar 13, 2019

I've read the posts that indicate this is a fairly usual problem with these guys. Several people said that it leaked into the boot first and then messed up the rack & pinion.

I am brand new to this forum, and I am in no way a mechanic, so here is my question....which might sound dumb to some of you:

Can you replace the boot without doing anything to the rack & pinion? Wouldn't it be cheaper if you could do that?

Thanks for your help!

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Sal Marciano

· #2 · Mar 13, 2019

The boot is only a protective cover. You need to find out why "yours" failed.

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Carbuff2

· #3 · Mar 13, 2019

ljwolf said:
Can you replace the boot without doing anything to the rack & pinion? Wouldn't it be cheaper if you could do that?

That would only address the 'symptom' and not the actual 'problem', if the rack is leaking out of the tie rod end...

That said, I have replaced a Honda boot (known as the 'gaiter' in some parts or the world https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gaiter_(vehicle) ) by unscrewing and disconnecting the adjuster on the outer tie rod end. Then, you can slip the boot over it.

BEFORE YOU DO, accurately count the number of threads showing on the adjusting link. When you reinstall, match the amount of threads showing EXACTLY. (This would affect your toe-in settings)

Be positive you have the car safely supported by jack stands. Loosening the adjuster will require some tugging!

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