| Brand | ACDelco Gold |
| Clamps Included | Yes |
| FAQ - Answer 1 | A: Yes. Always consult the Vehicle Owner's manual or an expert technician before making any repairs or adjustments. |
| FAQ - Answer 2 | A: No. The CV boot is housed on the axle and helps prevent grease from leaking out of the CV Joint. The bellows boot is housed on the steering rack and helps prevent dirt from getting into the steering rack and pinion system. |
| FAQ - Answer 3 | A: No. The boot does not need to be removed, but the clamp securing the bellows to the inner tie rod shaft will need to be loosened to prevent the bellows boot from twisting when the tie rod shaft is turned to adjust the vehicle toe in or toe out specs. |
| FAQ - Question 1 | Q: Should the Vehicle Owner's manual or an expert technician be consulted before making any repairs or adjustments? |
| FAQ - Question 2 | Q: Are a CV boot and Rack and Pinion Bellows the same part? |
| FAQ - Question 3 | Q: Does the bellows boot need to be removed to turn the inner tie rod during an alignment procedure? |
| Features & Benefits - Bullet 1 | Installed on each side of your vehicle's rack and pinion steering gear |
| Features & Benefits - Bullet 2 | Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional |
| Features & Benefits - Bullet 3 | Premium aftermarket replacement part |
| Features & Benefits - Bullet 4 | Manufactured to meet specifications for fit, form, and function for General Motors vehicles as well as most makes and models |
| Glue Included | No |
| Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 1 | Exposure to harsh conditions such as uneven terrain, severe weather, or large temperature changes can all take their toll on the integrity of your rack and pinion bellows, causing wear and even failure. As your bellows wear, your vehicle's steering system is exposed to water and other contaminants from the road, leading to water and dirt accumulation and degradation of the system. |
| Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 2 | Inspect your rack and pinion bellows to help detect wear before it becomes a major problem. |
| Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 3 | Installing new steering rack bellows can interfere with the alignment of your vehicle. Perform a full four-wheel vehicle alignment after any rack and pinion bellows replacement. |
| Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 4 | Regularly inspect rack and pinion bellows kit for signs of damage or wear and replace them if signs of damage are found. |
| Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Header | Before purchasing and installing a rack and pinion bellows kit, make sure it is the correct fit for your vehicle. |
| Grade Type | Regular |
| Grease Included | No |
| Height (in) | 3 |
| Length (in) | 10.7 |
| Material | Rubber |
| Meets or Exceeds Original Equipment Manufacture Specifications | Yes |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Programming Required | No |
| Rib Quantity | 13 |
| Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 1 | Visible component wear: cracks, cuts, or gouges in your vehicle's bellows are all signs that you should consider replacing your vehicle's rack and pinion bellows |
| Signs of Wear & Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Header | Signs of wear for rack and pinion bellows kits include but are not limited to: |
| Weight (lb) | 0.25 |
| Width (in) | 3.8 |
