Replace Steering Rack Boot 95 Explorer EB

[plex4r]

Yesterday the passenger side steering rack boot split in my 4wd 1995 EB Explorer and leaked power steering fluid everywhere on the street. I was at home and have not driven it.

I think I could replace this by removing the tie-rod.
Is this true, or do I have to remove the whole power steering rack?
Is there anything else special required?

Thanks!

[shorod]

If the boot has fluid behind it, you need a new rack. The rack should not leak fluid into those dust boots.

-Rod