Power Steering Gear (ZF), Adjusting

Power steering gear (ZF), adjusting

Note: Two technicians are required to perform adjustment. Adjust with engine switched off.

- Raise vehicle on platform.
- Wheels in straight-ahead position.
- If there is excessive play in the steering, a knocking noise will be audible when the steering wheel is turned backward and forward (about 30°) either side of center position.





- In this case, have the second technician carefully screw in the adjusting screw - arrow - into the cover until the knocking noise can no longer be heard inside the vehicle.
- Test drive the vehicle and check that the steering centers smoothly by itself back to the straight-ahead position after a turn. Correct the adjustment if necessary.





- Secure adjusting nut to stop it from turning by making a center punch mark in the collar of the steering gear housing.